Graham Hiscott

Research by Which? ranked Marks & Spencer and Next as the best-value school uniform retailers, scoring highest on durability, comfort and overall performance. Sainsbury’s Tu, John Lewis and George at Asda followed closely, while Aldi offered the cheapest polo shirts. Which? advised parents to compare prices and take advantage of new rules that make it easier to shop around amid ongoing cost-of-living pressures.

Millions of England football fans are expected to stay up for the team’s early‑morning World Cup match against Mexico, prompting many workers to request late starts or time off on Monday. Some employers are offering flexible hours, while workplace experts advise businesses to be understanding of tired staff. Surveys suggest many people may consider calling in sick, though essential workers will still need to report as usual.