With the summer holiday in full swing and students enjoying the hot weather the thoughts of returning to School have been placed on the back burner.

 

Many parents however will face significant bills to coincide with secondary schools in particular reopening in August and September.

 

 

It’s estimated that Secondary school parents face bills of more than €2,100 euro this year, according to new research from the Irish League of Credit Unions.

 

 

The survey finds almost six in ten parents describe back-to-school costs as a financial burden.

 

 

More than one in four expect to go into debt, with the average amount borrowed rising to €430 euro.

 

 

David Malone, CEO of the Irish League of Credit Unions says, while some Government supports have helped, other requirements are adding to costs.

 

With the summer holiday in full swing and students enjoying the hot weather the thoughts of returning to School have been placed on the back burner.
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Many parents however will face significant bills to coincide with secondary schools in particular reopening in August and September.
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It&rsquo;s estimated that Secondary school parents face bills of more than &euro;2,100 euro this year, according to new research from the Irish League of Credit Unions.
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The survey finds almost six in ten parents describe back-to-school costs as a financial burden.
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More than one in four expect to go into debt, with the average amount borrowed rising to &euro;430 euro.
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David Malone, CEO of the Irish League of Credit Unions says, while some Government supports have helped, other requirements are adding to costs.
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