Create more sustainable fabrics and boost textile recycling facilities, says all-party group
MPs want the government to invest in more research and development to create more sustainable fabrics that have a lower environmental and social impact, and boost UK textile recycling facilities. They are also calling for a review of VAT rules which currently make it more cost-effective for companies tothan give it away, and investment in skills to bring more clothes manufacturing jobs back to the UK.
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