#FashionWatchdog Update The Regenerators Appeal breaks a record We’re delighted to announce the final fundraising total for the Regenerators Appeal – together, we raised £1,312,585, including £656,292 of match funding from the UK government. A simply amazing amount which will support those on the front line of the climate crisis. It’s also the most we’ve EVER raised for a match-funded appeal – so thank you! This summer has seen the climate crisis dominate the headlines again, with record temperatures and flooding occurring across the world. To be announcing such a large amount of money that will go towards climate resilience is an honour – all that is left is to say thank you to our wonderful supporters. It was an appeal like no other, in times like no other, and every single one of you stepped up. 14 traidcraftshop.co.uk
Recently, Greta Thunberg used her platform in Vogue Scandinavia to call out fast fashion – as environmentally ruinous as well as an example of shocking worker abuses. The stage is set for the UK government to heed these calls and make a bold move. The move in question? Setting up a Fashion Watchdog that will make sure UK fashion companies are playing by the rules. Ministers are already considering the move – but they need a push in the right direction. This change is essential. If it isn't implemented, we’ll never see an end to poverty wages and unsafe conditions for the people working in garment factories. The cycle of low pay and shocking conditions shows itself in disasters such as the Rana Plaza collapse in 2012 and the cancelled order crisis at the start of this pandemic. It must be stopped. 11,700 supporters have signed our #FashionWatchdog petition so far. Over ten thousand voices make a lot of noise – adding yours can make things louder and make sure the government gets that last push it needs to stop fashion retailers abusing their power. TAKE ACTION HERE
