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Scottish Fair Trade @scottishfairtrade.bsky.social · Jul 31

We signed this urgent letter to the Prime Minister.

#tradejustice #fairtrade

Trade Justice Movement @tradejusticemov.bsky.social · Jul 30

As the 1 August US tariff deadline approaches, we’re urging the UK to oppose Trump’s escalating trade threats which risk deepening economic hardship for the Global South.

The UK must not stay silent. It should defend a fairer global trade system.

tjm.org.uk/uk-must-stan...

UK must stand with Global South against unfair US trade tactics - Trade Justice Movement

As the next US-imposed tariff deadline of 1st August looms, a coalition of trade justice campaigners are urging the UK Government to speak out against Donald Trump’s escalating tariff threats, warning...

tjm.org.uk

Scottish Fair Trade @scottishfairtrade.bsky.social · Jul 21

Join @sccscot.bsky.social 👇

#ActNowChangeForever #MassLobby

Stop Climate Chaos Scotland @sccscot.bsky.social · Jul 10

People across Scotland will be meeting their MSPs at the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh on Thurs 18th Sept to call for urgent, fair climate action. Will you join them? 💚

📝 Sign up here: bit.ly/44TiTfB
#ActNowChangeForever #MassLobby

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Scottish Fair Trade @scottishfairtrade.bsky.social · Jun 23

The recent report from @business-humanrights.org shows that no major fashion brand has developed a decarbonisation strategy integrating workers’ rights.

Brands need to set out a clear pathway for decarbonisation based on dialogue w/ suppliers and workers.
Report: bit.ly/missingthread

The missing thread: Workers absent from fashion companies’ climate plans - Business & Human Rights Resource Centre

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Scottish Fair Trade @scottishfairtrade.bsky.social · May 28

Delighted The Scottish Government's Sustainable Procurement Tools has been updated with more robust guidance for Fair Trade in public procurement. We hope it leads to more Fair Trade purchasing and improved reporting on spend.

#fairtrade #sustainable #procurement

Sustainable Procurement Tools – what’s new?

Since their launch in June 2020, we have continuously reviewed and updated our National Sustainable Procurement Tools website. We now have over 3,350 users of Sustainable Procurement Tools across 528 ...

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Scottish Fair Trade @scottishfairtrade.bsky.social · May 15

We support Trade Justice Movement's briefing to ensure the UK Government prioritises justice and accountability in UK critical minerals policy, addressing the potentially severe social, environmental and global justice risks inherent in critical minerals supply chains.

Trade Justice Movement @tradejusticemov.bsky.social · May 15

“The green transition can’t be built on exploitation.”

Together with 16 other civil society orgs, we urge the UK to rethink its approach to critical minerals.

Important piece by @damiengayle.bsky.social 👇

www.theguardian.com/business/202...

UK urged not to exploit poor countries in rush for critical minerals

Civil society groups call on government to address risk of neocolonial exploitation in its supply chain strategy

www.theguardian.com

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Scottish Fair Trade @scottishfairtrade.bsky.social · May 8

At Scottish Fair Trade we have signed this letter from @tradejusticemov.bsky.social expressing our concern regarding the lack of transparency and democratic oversight of negotiations towards a US-UK trade agreement.

Trade Justice Movement @tradejusticemov.bsky.social · May 8

“Everything is on the table” in a US-UK trade deal, but MPs still won’t get a vote.

In the @financialtimes.com, @thomaswills.bsky.social urges Starmer to commit to proper scrutiny.

Trade policy shouldn’t bypass democracy.

www.ft.com/content/0ef1...

Letter: Parliament must have a say on UK-US trade deal

From Tom Wills, Director, Trade Justice Movement, London SW9, UK

www.ft.com

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Stop Climate Chaos Scotland @sccscot.bsky.social · May 6

Scotland’s Programme for Government: Too little, too slowly.

After a string of climate U-turns, this was a key test and it falls short.

“We need faster delivery - and it’s time polluters paid for the damage they cause.” Mike Robinson, SCCS

See our full response ➡️ bit.ly/434mci6

‘Too Little, Too Slowly’ - SCCS’s response to the Programme for Government - Stop Climate Chaos Scotland

In response to the Scottish Government’s Programme for Government, Mike Robinson, Chair of Stop Climate Chaos Scotland (SCCS) said: “With numerous climate policies recently scrapped or delayed, this P...

www.stopclimatechaos.scot

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Scottish Fair Trade @scottishfairtrade.bsky.social · May 1

Interested in your local council's Fair Trade spend?
Published today: Fair Trade and Public Procurement Report 2023-2024.

Read at tinyurl.com/yr4we7rx

If you're a contracting authority & would like support, contact [email protected].

#FairTradeNation #procurement

Published today | Fair Trade and Public Procurement Report 2023-24 | Scottish Fair Trade

Fair Trade and Public Procurement: Report into Fair Trade expenditure and policy commitments within Scotland’s public sector, 2023–24

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Scottish Fair Trade @scottishfairtrade.bsky.social · Apr 22

It's #FashionRevolutionWeek2025🙌

This year's campaign asks us to put pressure on local policymakers. Here we're sharing information for you to pass on to your Councillors, MSPs and MPs.

Fair Trade supports a Fashion Revolution.

Read & take action - bit.ly/4itLqw6

Scottish Fair Trade @scottishfairtrade.bsky.social · Apr 17

We support @World Fair Trade Organization (WFTO)'s call for a #BusinessRevolution 🙌

Be part of the action. Comment & tag a business that's a source for positive change.

More - tinyurl.com/36r3yyax

#BusinessRevolution #fairtradenation #fairtrade

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Scottish Fair Trade @scottishfairtrade.bsky.social · Apr 16

We'd like to take this opportunity to thank our recent Research Intern, Erin Miria John, University of Glasgow, for her work with us.

Find out what Erin enjoyed about her internship - bit.ly/42HtOqK

#FairTrade #FairTradeFuture #sustainability #interning

Scottish Fair Trade @scottishfairtrade.bsky.social · Apr 9

Fair Change Co.

Our new trading subsidiary is hiring Directors.

Find out more & apply - bit.ly/3ybtpBt

Fair Change Co. - fairchange.co

Scottish Fair Trade @scottishfairtrade.bsky.social · Apr 7

US-UK trade deals.

It’s imperative that the UK Government resists these coercive tactics and prioritises the interests of its citizens over the profit motives of multinational corporations.

Read more - bit.ly/4cFFPl7

Words saying US tariffs a threat to Fair Trade

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Scottish Fair Trade @scottishfairtrade.bsky.social · Mar 27

Scottish Fair Trade offers our sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Christina McKelvie MSP.

During her time as Minister of International Development we had the great pleasure of witnessing her support for Fair Trade, for fairness in the world, and for global citizenship.

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Scottish Fair Trade @scottishfairtrade.bsky.social · Mar 26

Global solidarity, systemic change, community, co-operation.

All discussed in relation to Scotland – A Fair Trade Nation at yesterday’s Scottish Parliament Debate.

#Fairtrade #fairtradenation #GlobalSolidarity #GlobalCitizenship #scotland #scottishparliament #FairTradeFuture

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Scottish Fair Trade @scottishfairtrade.bsky.social · Mar 20

We support the Corporate Justice Coalition campaign for a Business, Human Rights & Environment Act 🤜

Find out more & add your support - bit.ly/4hkgtty

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Scottish Fair Trade @scottishfairtrade.bsky.social · Mar 10

Scotland is still a Fair Trade Nation 🥳

This achievement is thanks to the inspiring work that goes on across the country by Fair Trade campaigners in support of fair and sustainable trade.

Read the full story – bit.ly/3FjCVWr

#fairtrade #GlobalJustice #fairtradenation #playingourpart

Words that say Fair Trade Nation Scotland with map of Scotland in the middle.

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Scottish Fair Trade @scottishfairtrade.bsky.social · Mar 3

Our Strategy for 2025-2028 is now available - bit.ly/3XpdCsj

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Scottish Fair Trade @scottishfairtrade.bsky.social · Feb 28

Imagine a world where corporations can sue governments for protecting people and the planet. It's happening now.
We're calling on Fair Trade campaigners to support our newest member, Global Justice Now's campaign.

Blog by @louisedavies.bsky.social - bit.ly/4kmmFUq

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Scottish Fair Trade @scottishfairtrade.bsky.social · Feb 26

Very proud to continue as a Network Member of the World Fair Trade Organization (WFTO), supporting mission-led enterprises that put people and planet first 🌍🤛

See all the amazing enterprises guaranteed Fair Trade by the WFTO, adhering to the #10fairtradeprinciples - bit.ly/4bfsQ8V

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Global Justice Now @globaljusticenow.bsky.social · Jan 28

We've been fighting for the UK to release basic information about the trade deals it's doing in our name since 2017.

Today it has reached the Supreme Court. Our director
@nickdearden.bsky.social explains 👇

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Scottish Fair Trade @scottishfairtrade.bsky.social · Jan 27

Join us in Edinburgh ☀️

We are delighted to invite you to the 18th International Fair Trade Towns Conference that will take place in Edinburgh on 30-31 August this year.

Find out more - bit.ly/3WzJ0Us

Get tickets - bit.ly/4aGhuKL

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Gent Fair Trade @gentfairtrade.bsky.social · Nov 25

Let's talk about #fairtrade

The fair trade movement on bluesky is growing, let's connect to share experiences and knowledge.

Let us know who is missing.

#FairTradeTowns #FairTradeMovement #Fair #CommerceEquitable #CommercioJusto #EerlijkeHandel #FairTradeTown

go.bsky.app/LRMd9bU

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Scottish Fair Trade @scottishfairtrade.bsky.social · Nov 28

Campaigning Together 🙌

Thank you to everyone who joined us last night to share & inspire for future campaigning. Thank you too to Inverness Fairtrade Group for presenting. ⭐️

For those who could make it, please find the recording and presentation ➡️ bit.ly/3ZouJf8

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