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No evidence of forced labour in Leicester garment sector

A report presented to the UK Parliament has concluded there is no evidence of widespread modern slavery in Leicester’s garment industry, challenging earlier claims about the extent of worker exploitation in the sector.

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Tariff turbulence continues in 2026 but considered price hikes could pay off

Price hikes in 2026 will be unavoidable as tariff turbulence continues to be front of mind for fashion executives but this needs to be done in a way that does not alienate or confuse the consumer.

Value to remain king of apparel trends through 2029

Fashion brands like Shein and Uniqlo will remain popular beyond 2025 as consumers continue to prioritise quality and value for money.

SMART warns labelling used textiles as waste could ruin reuse sector

International trade organisation Secondary Materials and Recycled Textiles Association (SMART) has voiced concern over the proposed reclassification of used textiles as “hazardous waste” and warns the move could “dismantle” existing circular-economy systems.

T2T Alliance makes Circular Economy Act recommendations

The T2T Alliance, which is a coalition of textile-to-textile recyclers believes the Circular Economy Act can unlock the full potential of textile recycling if it follows its key recommendations.

The Lycra Company opens largest spandex supplier hub in China

Sustainable fibre maker The Lycra Company has opened its largest spandex production facility in China as part of its ongoing investment in the Chinese market.

Techtextil India to adopt multi-functional format with expanded programme

Techtextil India, a business-to-business (B2B) exhibition focused on technical textiles, nonwovens, and composites, is returning for its 10th edition this year, with a multi-functional format, combining new features within a single event.