The 500th Fairtrade Town
As we approach 500 Fairtrade Towns in the UK Fairtrade supporters are gearing up to take to their saddles for a 500 mile cycle relay from Aberfeldy to Cardiff. The first cyclists will leave Aberfeldy on Saturday 23 October with the journey ending in Cardiff on Monday 1 November. A ceremonial parchment will be signed and passed on by the cyclists at celebratory events held in prominent Fairtrade Towns along the way.
Fairtrade Towns are about changing the way trade is done and this milestone event provides an opportunity to do just that. Fairtrade Town campaigners will be inviting MPs to sign EDM - 848 -500th Fairtrade Town - calling on the Government to reaffirm their commitment to supporting the continued growth of fair and ethical trade in the UK. The names of all Parliamentary signatories will be displayed at the final event in Cardiff. Click here for more information and a guide to contacting your MP.