Unleashing the economic potential of second-hand clothing

Second-hand clothing can help countries meet environmental targets, and drive economic growth - but needs support. A new report says governments need to help unleash the sector's economic potential. Karina Bolin, President of Humana People to People Italia, says it's important to focus on textiles of good quality, rather than fast fashion. Also in the show - the Nobel Prize for Economics recognizes work on reducing nations' inequality, and Barcelona sees fresh protests against mass tourism. 

Oct 14, 2024 - 18:00
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Unleashing the economic potential of second-hand clothing
Second-hand clothing can help countries meet environmental targets, and drive economic growth - but needs support. A new report says governments need to help unleash the sector's economic potential. Karina Bolin, President of Humana People to People Italia, says it's important to focus on textiles of good quality, rather than fast fashion. Also in the show - the Nobel Prize for Economics recognizes work on reducing nations' inequality, and Barcelona sees fresh protests against mass tourism. 
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