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Do It Fair: The UK Stands Up for Farmers This Fairtrade Fortnight
This Fairtrade Fortnight, from 22 September to 5 October 2025, thousands of individuals, schools, community groups and companies across the UK will unite under Fairtrade’s “Do It Fair” campaign to celebrate and stand with the people around the world behind the everyday products we love.
Fairtrade comments on the UK-India trade deal
Hugo Forshaw, Head of Influencing at the Fairtrade Foundation, commented on the recent trade deal between the UK and India, saying:
The Fairtrade Foundation comments on the government’s impact assessment on the UK’s aid cuts
Commenting on the Government’s own impact assessment on the UK’s aid cuts The Fairtrade Foundation’s Head of Influencing Hugo Forshaw…
Fairtrade adds Türkiye to its list of producer countries
Fairtrade announces that Turkey is now a producer country, meaning raw materials for certified products can be sourced in Western Asia.
Fairtrade University and College Award Winners 2025
Twelve universities have achieved the prestigious Fairtrade University and College Award in 2025 continuing to champion ethical consumption and global…
Fairtrade CEO and Fairtrade Africa comment on new UK Trade Strategy
Commenting on the Government’s new trade strategy Fairtrade Foundation CEO Eleanor Harrison. “With this trade strategy the UK government has…
Sainsbury’s to convert all ‘by Sainsbury’s’ black tea to Fairtrade
In an exciting new commitment, all by Sainsbury’s black tea is now proudly Fairtrade.
As a result of the move, tea farmers and workers will earn an estimated £1,000,000 annually in Fairtrade Premium, and Sainsbury’s is projected to become the largest retailer of Fairtrade tea in the UK.
Fairtrade Foundation’s CEO comments on Government Spending Review
Commenting on Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ Spending Review, Fairtrade Foundation’s CEO Eleanor Harrison said:
Fairtrade Foundation launches new tea campaign to encourage Brits to Brew it Fair
New Fairtrade report calls on UK Government businesses tea sector and tea drinkers to take action for fairer tea
Fairtrade remains the “go-to” ethical label for shoppers thanks to its clear link to responsibly made products
Once again Fairtrade is the most visible and trusted ethical label in the UK for shoppers of all ages especially…