Natural fur- What does Furmark global certification mean-

Changing the way natural fur is perceived in the world is a major challenge at a time when the fashion industry is gradually banishing this material from its collections. Still, it’s a challenge that the industry intends to tackle head-on. This is evidenced by the development of a certification program, available worldwide, seeking to guarantee transparency, animal welfare and quality in natural fur.Total transparency

From farm to closet, Furmark-certified products are traceable, verified and guaranteed to meet numerous recognized standards, selected by a panel of industry stakeholders, scientists, sustainability leaders and welfare experts. Consumers can now access a wealth of information that makes the entire supply chain transparent for wild and farmed natural fur, hailing from…

Money-laundering accusations emerge around Leicester textile plants

A network of textile manufacturers in the city, including firms that have supplied to Boohoo, are facing accusations of money laundering and VAT fraud.According to the BBC, Boohoo has cut ties with the clothing supplier after it emerged that a director was involved in illegal activities, with the retail group saying it would never knowingly conduct business with anyone outside the law.

A civil lawsuit involving a dispute between the heads of two clothing manufacturers first brought the issue to light. The row involves Leicester-based company director Rostum Nagra, which has been accused of procuring false invoices and using ‘shell’ companies that pretended to be garment suppliers.The case identified 14 manufacturers that “may have been involved in laundering cash”, including T…