<P> Although the way that the uniforms are worn is usually not an issue, some state schools may have regulation on the subject (e.g. height of ties, whether the shirt is tucked in or not), the selection of clothes worn, whether they follow the policy, can be very strict . For example, in black and white uniform schools, wearing colours such as grey or wearing white shoes is forbidden . However, in schools that only use a basic uniform (e.g. jumper and trousers) the policy is often less strict . </P> <P> The Welsh Assembly Government issued detailed guidance to governing bodies on uniform and appearance policies that begins by making explicit, "There is no education legislation specifically covering the wearing of school uniform or other aspects of appearance such as hair colour and style, and the wearing of jewellery and makeup . However, as part of its responsibility for the conduct of the school, a governing body can specify a uniform which pupils are required to wear and other rules relating to appearance ." </P> <P> The Northern Ireland Executive supports poor families with the cost of paying for school uniforms with a £ 35 primary school uniform allowance . This is claimed via local Education and Library Boards for parents in receipt of income support . At the end of August 2009, there were 24,135 successful applications for the grant . </P> <P> The most common secondary school uniform in Northern Ireland is a shirt, blazer and sweater with a tie and a skirt or trousers . The uniform (most likely the sweater and tie) may change after Year 12 . The uniform in primary school is similar to those used in the Republic of Ireland . </P>

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