From 19 July 2026, large companies in the EU will be prohibited from destroying unsold clothing, accessories and footwear, with the rule extending to medium-sized businesses by 2030. Under the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), companies must focus on reuse and recycling instead of disposal, alongside mandatory reporting of discarded goods beginning in February […]
Italy’s antitrust authority has slapped Giorgio Armani and one of its subsidiaries with a €3.5 million fine for unfair commercial practices. The regulator found that the fashion house made public statements highlighting its ethical and social responsibility claims that were inconsistent with the actual conditions observed at its suppliers and subcontractors. According to the watchdog, […]
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