M&S tights factory climbs ladder to sustainability

Jessica Shankleman
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Courtaulds Textiles' Derbyshire plant is first in UK to receive Marks and Spencer's eco-model status following £2m renovation

Marks & Spencer has revealed its customers will be wearing more sustainable pairs of tights this winter after awarding "eco-factory" status to its first UK-based supplier. Courtaulds Textiles' West-Mill...

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