Some parents in South Yorkshire struggling to afford 'underwear & socks' for their kids
That's the case for some families right now in Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster & Barnsley
We're told parents in parts of South Yorkshire are struggling to afford basics like 'underwear & socks' for their children ahead of the new school year.
With most kids returning to the classroom next week - some community groups are putting on 'school uniform pop-up shops' to try & make life easier for struggling families.
At lifeline against the breadline in the Woodlands area of Doncaster - a handful of volunteers have set up a school uniform pop-up shop this week.
They're offering reusable items of clothing like shirts, blazers, skirts & trousers to those in need for no cost.
Kelly Walker - who's the founder of the charity - which also provides a local foodbank service:
"This year we've noticed a massive increase in the demand for school uniforms.
"We do think it's down to how expensive they've become.
"When the kids are back in September, we want all our local children to have brand new socks on.
"Sadly, right now, not all parents can afford brand new socks and underwear, so we're supplying these items, which are obviously brand new, as well as the reusable school uniforms.
Karen Taylor is one of the volunteers who's been helping out with the school uniform appeal:
"Some of the kids don't have any underwear.
"People have to deal with what they've got and what they can afford at the time.
"It's either eat, buy clothes for your kids, or put the heating on in many cases.
"That's the reality for many families right now."
They're providing clothes for kids at nursery, primary & secondary school.