Some NI schools review uniform policy to take account of transgender pupils and those from religious and ethnic minorities

A number of Northern Ireland schools are reviewing their uniform policies to take account transgender pupils, and those from religious and ethnic minorities. The latest to consult parents on the issue is leading Belfast Grammar school, Methodist College, which says it is also considering uniform costs and comfort. The Welsh government has told schools they should not dictate what uniform is for "girls" and what is for "boys", while Northern Ireland's Education Authority is drawing up advice for schools here. Stephen got the views of Kathleen O'Hare, former head teacher at Hazelwood Integrated School and the commentator Angela Epstein.