Brands like M&S, Next urged to sign the Bangladesh safety accord

After the collapse of Rana Plaza building housing five garment factories in April 2013, that claimed thousands of lives, the event shook the global conscience. The incident raised serious questions about the hazardous and unsafe conditions garment factory workers spend their entire life in, to create clothes for popular western brands. Several steps were taken, holding brands sourcing from such unsafe factories responsible for ensuring safe working condition for the garment workers.