Not only are they seen to be safer but clip-ons also prevent pupils from loosening the knots or wearing their ties in the scruffy style favoured by Catherine Tate's errant schoolgirl character Lauren.

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SECONDARY schools in Coventry are smartening up their images – by switching to clip-on ties. Traditional ties are being ditched in favour of the neater and safer clip-ons. It’s hoped it will ...