Fairtrade in RedbridgeFairtrade Redbridge is a local group that has formed to promote Fairtrade in Redbridge by encouraging people to buy Fairtrade products; shops and restaurants to stock products, and organisations to use Fairtrade products. The group is working towards Redbridge becoming an accredited Fairtrade Borough and therefore support London's bid to become a Fairtrade City. Fairtrade Redbridge has many supporters, from local residents, local community organisations, faith organisations and the Council. How did it all start?
A residents' petition submitted to the Council in September 2003, the result of which was in November 2004, the Council adopted the Resolution to: In April 2005, a local group was formed, with the support of the Council, who continue to be represented on the group alongside community organisations. |