The UK’s love affair with fast fashion is costing the earth Let’s be honest, here in the UK, we love our fashion; from high street steals to next-day delivery trends, we buy more clothes per person than any other country in Europe. But our appetite for fast fashion comes at a huge cost to the
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Turning unwanted garments into fresh starts for people and the planet. Each year, millions of clothing items are tossed aside, often ending up in landfill sites and quite often some still in good, wearable condition. But what if your old jeans, jackets, or paired shoes could do more than gather dust in your wardrobe or
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How long do we have left until we are at full capacity? In the UK, estimates typically range from six to eight years; but local authorities have been saying this since at least 2010, and we aren’t there yet. This is because EU directives have steadily increased the landfill tax, so councils have been driven to
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Can you help raise funds for homelessness? The nights remain chilly, so let’s remember those who have no choice but to sleep on the streets, lacking the simple comfort of a roof over their heads that many of us take for granted. Even though the winter months may be behind us, freezing temperatures still pose
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Does your community recycle for a specific charity? Many people dispose of their unwanted textiles after a home declutter by taking them to a local charity shop, but your donations could be helping a specific charity that’s close to your heart. While depositing your pre-loved items at a conveniently located charity shop, you and your
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