A parent has hit out at the price of a secondary school's school trips, saying they are "unfair" amid the current cost of living crisis. Father-of-two Gavin Owen said the price of end-of-term trips for his two boys who attend Ysgol Syr Hugh Owen is "ridiculous."
Parents were informed by letters from the school that an adventure week had been organised for pupils at the end of term, costing up to £80 per pupil. For Gavin, this means spending over £100 for his children, aged 12 and 15, to attend the outdoor activities, which he says is "unfair".
Speaking to North Wales Live, Gavin said: "It's usually free or a minimal fee, but we got a letter to say this year's was £80. It's ridiculous — some people have two or three kids there and I know of some children whose parents can't afford it and it's just not fair on them."
