So long as we blame modern slavery on criminals alone, we’ll never tackle the problem
Exploitation runs deep in the global economy. Only political change and better labour laws can root this out
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The rise and rise of Bangladesh – but is life getting any better?
The country has undergone an economic miracle in recent years, albeit at huge cost to its garment workers. But things are finally starting to improve for them
Read moreFashion must fight the scourge of dumped clothing clogging landfills
Every year millions of garments are discarded as consumers ditch fast-fashion styles for a new wardrobe. At last the industry is acting – but more has to be done
Read morePolice and fear stalk the streets of Dhaka as clothes workers fight for more than £54 a month
Garment workers in Bangladesh endure harsh conditions and the world’s lowest minimum wage
Read moreWhat Bangladesh can do to help garment workers
Letters: Bangladesh must diversify its economy to create better jobs and strengthen workers’ rights so that women have more job options for a better future
Read moreDespite the Sustainable Apparel Coalition, there’s a lot you don’t know about that T-shirt
An ambitious effort by a global apparel industry group to measure the social and environmental impact of making clothes and shoes has yet to deliver on its promise
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