Free sanitary products for Dundee school pupils
A new scheme is set to roll out from August for primary and secondary pupils across the city
Pupils at primary and secondary pupils in Dundee will soon have access to free sanitary products.
The roll-out will begin in August for all eligible schools, including those educated at home.
Access will include weekends and the school holiday and pupils are being encouraged to provide feedback to help the scheme long term.
Robyn Todd, Social Media Coordinator at Dundee Youth Council, said: “After working closely with Monica Lennon MSP, Dundee City Council and young females in Dundee on the implementation for basic sanitary products to be included In a wide range of facilities in Dundee City. Dundee Youth Council are very happy to support the Council in their steps forwards female empowerment and health.”
Children and families service convener Councillor Gregor Murray said: “This is a much-needed development and I would like to thank the Scottish Government for making it possible.
“It is absolutely crucial that our young people can tell us how to plan the delivery model in a way which is of most use to them.
“I am keen that we can deliver this sensitively, and our pupils and partners will have a real input into how we deliver this service across the city.
“This is yet another way that we are tackling poverty and making Dundee a fairer city for everyone".