Tell them about the money, mummy

It’s the back-to-school blitz for most of Scotland this week and according to consumer experts, it’s more expensive than ever. Charities have warned parents are being priced out by soaring costs and are turning to clothes banks, while a Sunday Mail investigation found uniforms are six times dearer depending on where you shop. We’ve tracked down the best buys on the high street for essentials – from pencil cases to pleated skirts, bargain basics to big-name brands.