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Barnardo’s calling on consumers to think “pre-loved”

A new survey commissioned by charity Barnardo’s has revealed that UK consumers will potentially spend 2.7 billion pounds on fashion this summer, which will only be worn once, and it is urging shoppers to change their shopping habits and to buy secondhand. Single-use fashion is becoming as big of a concern as single-use plastic and the new poll...

Fashion

Charity Retail Association challenges Mary Portas

The Charity Retail Association has attacked retail guru, Mary Portas, for her recommendation to the government to cap the number of charity shops able to claim rate relief, suggesting that charity shops are enjoying more public support than ever before. Latest consumer research from the association reveals that such stores are a vital resource...