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500th FAIRTRADE TOWN

Early day motion 848, tabled 18 October 2010 by Roger Williams (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 84 members.

That this House congratulates the Fairtrade towns for their commitment to fair and ethical trade; thanks local supporters, activists and decision-makers across the country for their hard work and dedication in making the Fairtrade town movement a success; anticipates the 500th Fairtrade town to be named in the autumn of 2010; recognises the important role Fairtrade towns have played in helping consumers recognise their potential to act to improve the lives of the poorest producers in the world; acknowledges Britain as a world leader in the Fairtrade town movement, with more than half of the Fairtrade towns in the world; and reaffirms the House's commitment to supporting the continued growth of fair and ethical trade in the UK.

Signatures by party: Labour 41, Liberal Democrat 22, Conservative 11, DUP 2, Plaid Cymru 2, Scottish National Party 2, Social Democratic and Labour Party 2, Alliance 1, Green 1.