UK used textile sector needs support to avoid collapse
According to WRAP, the collapse of the UK's used textile sector could result in an extra annual burden of £64m…
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WRAP’s new CEO aims to expand global reach and impact
New CEO Catherine David joined WRAP in October 2021 and is currently serving as the director for Behaviour Change &…
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WRAP rebrands Textiles 2030 agreement to UK Textiles Pact
WRAP's UK Textiles Pact rebrand follows the establishment of Textiles 2030 in April 2021, which itself was a successor to…
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Why fast fashion must be seen as behaviour not brand for degrowth
A panel discussion at London's recent fashion sourcing show, Source Fashion, explores whether slowing fashion consumption, prioritising quality over quantity…
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WRAP report shows resale, repair models reduce new clothing purchases
The findings, presented in the publication "Displacement Rates Untangled," are particularly pertinent for the UK, which ranked as the fourth…
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How social compliance audits can boost garment worker safety
A new report, which explored social compliance audits in Bangladesh's garment industry suggests audits should not only rectify current problems…
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WRAP CEO: ESG legislation could eradicate social audit fatigue
WRAP's president and CEO Avedis Seferian explains in the financial world audits are conducted regularly and are seen as something…
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Primark, WRAP collaborate to extend clothing’s lifespan
Key areas of focus will include expanding Primark’s textile donation schemes and addressing barriers that prevent consumers from donating used…
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Explainer: Is an end to apparel sector audit fatigue in sight?
The apparel sector is dealing with a raft of new regulation, explains the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA)'s senior…
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Primark’s new framework promotes clothing durability for all
Inspired by UK NGO Waste and Resources Action Programme (WRAP), Primark says its durability guidelines are designed to set the bar…
