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Most clothes produced in Australia are made by migrant women working from home. Fairwear recently had a major campaign success which ensured that clothing homeworkers will not lose their legal rights as employees. Photo: Fairwear Latest news
June 2008
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870 Spotec workers get jobs at new adidas supplier
Some good news from Indonesia. adidas has informed us that 870 ex-Spotec workers have been hired into its Ching Luh (CLI) supplier factory. Your continued support for these workers – campaigning and letter writing – has been very important in keeping the pressure on adidas.
Child labour linked to UK retailer Primark
The BBC's Panorama and The Observer have reported that children in Indian refugee camps are making garments for the huge UK fashion store Primark. The investigation found children as young as 11 sewing T-shirts for Primark.
Ethical company of the month – New Model Beauty Queen
Ethical alternatives are important. They show us that business can be done in a way that respects workers' rights. They also let us know where we can shop!
New Model Beauty Queen (NMBQ) became accredited to the Homeworkers Code of Practice and NoSweatShop label in 2007.
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