On Thursday 9th September, cotton prices reached a 15 year high and the outlook remains bleak for the future. The Financial Times and CNN Money provide a comprehensive run-down of the reasons for the surge in price. In addition, Primark have released a warning today that next year, costs will be under severe pressure from [...]
The concept of fair trade is growing in power globally, as consumers look beyond their desires and into their conscience before making their purchases.
One of the significant factors affecting the cost of school uniform is the price of cotton. Prices continue to increase and the problems are exacerbated by the poor performance of Sterling. Here The Telegraph explores the issue….
