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CC final report leaves farmers still facing risks The Competition Commission inquiry into UK grocery retailing has left small farmers in the developing world still facing “excessive and disproportionate” risks, says one of the country’s leading social enterprises. 1 May 2008
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Kenya's kikoys saved A threat to Kenya’s heritage that could have destroyed the livelihood of many thousands of Kenyans has been averted by Traidcraft Exchange, the UK development charity, and law firm Watson Burton. 2 April 2008
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Traidcraft launches Caramel FairBreak Traidcraft, the UK's leading fair trade organisation, is launching Caramel FairBreak, a new variant of its top selling FairBreak chocolate bar in time for Fairtrade Fortnight (25th February – 9th March). 18 February 2008
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Traidcraft launches Spring 2008 fair trade range Make 2008 the year you make a difference by choosing to buy fair trade from Traidcraft's new Spring 2008 range. With 341 quality products, including food, drink, homeware, clothing and accessories, to choose from, Traidcraft's latest catalogue has something for every ethically conscious consumer. 7 February 2008
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Mandelson goes on the offensive EU Trade Commissioner Peter Mandelson hits back at critics of EPAs, accusing them of ‘playing poker’ with the livelihoods of people in developing countries. Traidcraft and Christian Aid respond. 8 November 2007
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International tea players debate a "fair cup" The ways in which purchasing practices need to change to protect vulnerable tea farmers and workers was the subject of a lively debate when twelve tea companies and other key players in the tea sector met in London last week. 5 November 2007
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Guide to The Companies Act launched A new guide to help company directors implement their environmental and social obligations under The Companies Act has been launched today by The Corporate Responsibility (CORE) Coalition. 23 October 2007
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Businesses warn Government not to impose ACP import tariffs The UK’s leading flower importers are among the first companies and trade associations to publicly call for the European Commission to withdraw its threat of increased import tariffs if new trade agreements between European and African Caribbean Pacific (ACP) countries are not in place by the end of the year. 17 October 2007
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Minister urges more faith in action Political and social activism, rooted in faith, has a vital role to play in shaping modern Britain, says Stephen Timms, the Labour Party vice-chair with special responsibility for faith communities. 26 September 2007
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Team Valley visit for fair trade farmers Two South African farmers will learn how their raisins are used to make fair trade snack bars when they visit Team Valley, Gateshead, today (Thursday). 20 September 2007
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Traidcraft goes back to its roots in Durham The city of Durham – where the Traidcraft "dream" first took shape – is playing host to Traidcraft’s Conference and Annual General Meeting, from 21st to 23rd September. 19 September 2007
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Traidcraft launches Autumn 2007 range Make it an ethical autumn with fair trade gifts from Traidcraft’s new Autumn 2007 range. With more than 450 products to choose from, Traidcraft’s latest catalogue has something for every ethically conscious consumer. 31 July 2007
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