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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There are also claims that clip-on ties can stop pupils from customising the size of the knots in their ties. Uniforms are an "instrument of social levelling," says the association. The Schoolwear ...

The association also said that clip-on ties can stop pupils from customising the size of the knots in their ties. A statement from the Facebook protest group, Mcauley Against Clip-on Ties, said: "We, ...

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 ...