Madeleine Moon MP supports Fair Trade Fortnight

To mark Fairtrade fortnight, Madeleine Moon MP joined with the Porthcawl Fairtrade Partnership to mark the arrival of the Fairtrade flag in the county borough. The Fairtrade flag was unveiled in Porthcawl and Bridgend as part of its journey around the country to celebrate Wales becoming the first Fairtrade nation. Both towns have Fairtrade status.

Madeleine encouraged Bridgend constituency to buy fair trade products during Fairtrade Fortnight (23rd February - 8th March) saying:

"During this global economic downturn, it is vital that world trade continues. Our shopping habits can make a real difference to the world's poorest people. Fair Trade helps support 7.5 million people in the developing world. By buying food and presents from developing countries we will help grow their economies and reduce poverty."

"Already the UK's demand for African fruit and vegetables benefits a million farmers and their families. When consumers and retailers act together to promote and buy goods from developing countries, we can make a real difference to the lives of some of the world's poorest people."