Hackney is one of twenty-three London boroughs with the fair trade status. Islington, Westminster and Camden among others also share the title.
The purpose of fair trade fortnight is to encourage shoppers to reconsider the goods they purchase. It aims to make people ask if their goods are ethically sourced and those who produce them are getting a living-wage.
Most people only think about food and drink when it comes to ethical sourcing. However, some shop owners are attempting to get shoppers thinking about where their clothes come from as well.
Clothing can be fair trade too
Ro Rai, owner of a vintage and second-hand shop in Hackney, says that ethically sourced clothing is different from traditional fashion because it is made to last.
Local councillor Clare Potter also supports the scheme.
“Hackney residents value the products they buy and the improvement that it provides in developing countries.”
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Hackney is one of twenty-three London boroughs with the fair trade status. Islington, Westminster and Camden among others also share the title.
The purpose of fair trade fortnight is to encourage shoppers to reconsider the goods they purchase. It aims to make people ask if their goods are ethically sourced and those who produce them are getting a living-wage.
Most people only think about food and drink when it comes to ethical sourcing. However, some shop owners are attempting to get shoppers thinking about where their clothes come from as well.
Clothing can be fair trade too
Ro Rai, owner of a vintage and second-hand shop in Hackney, says that ethically sourced clothing is different from traditional fashion because it is made to last.
Local councillor Clare Potter also supports the scheme.
“Hackney residents value the products they buy and the improvement that it provides in developing countries.”
Tune in to City News at 4:00pm for the full report…
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