MPs to examine environmental footprint of UK fashion industry

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Inquiry will explore the carbon impact, resource use and water footprint of growing throwaway 'fast fashion' sector

MPs are to investigate the environmental impact of throwaway "fast fashion" in the UK amid growing concerns that the multi-billion pound industry is wasting valuable resources and contributing to climate...

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