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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Maira Butt

New survey finds parents blame social media for rising back-to-school costs

Parents are feeling the pressure as their children are demanding more expensive back-to-school items thanks to “haul culture” on social media platforms.

Costs have soared by 70 per cent, according to new research by Nationwide, with families being forced to fork out £329 per child – a £137 increase on last year.

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