A major process in the fashion industry, will the UK become the first country in Europe to ban the sale of fur?
A major process in the fashion industry, will the UK become the first country in Europe to ban the sale of fur?
For a long time, fur has been one of the most controversial materials in the fashion industry. Driven by many environmental groups and individuals, California has completely banned the manufacture and sale of animal fur-related products since last year, and international brands such as Burberry, Gucci, Chanel, Prada, Versace, Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren and other hundreds of fashion designs The teacher and the brand also followed in the footsteps of Stella McCartney, announcing that it will no longer use fur and replace it with artificial fake leather. This is a major progress in the fashion industry, and it is hoped that this can be expanded throughout the country and even internationally.
In fact, as early as 2000, the United Kingdom became the first country in Europe to ban fur farming through reforms. However, since it was still part of the large single market within the European Union, the sale of certain types of fur was still legal. Now, after Brexit, according to a recent report by the British "Guardian", the British Ministry of Environment is planning to ban fur sales after the Brexit transition period (until December 31, 2020).
Will the UK become the first country in Europe to ban the sale of fur?
According to reports, this event was initiated by Zac Goldsmith, a member of the Conservative Party and the current Minister of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). "We have the highest welfare standards in the world. This is not only a source of our pride, but also a clear manifestation of the UK's attitude towards animal protection." A spokesperson for the ministry said: "We have explicitly banned fur farming for nearly 20 years. After establishing a clear future relationship, the government has the opportunity to take further measures in fur sales."
Although this is indeed a positive step towards a more animal-friendly and ethical fashion industry, people are also concerned about the environmental impact of the chemicals used to produce artificial fur. The British Fur Alliance is currently taking this as a counterattack, believing that natural furs are cheap and full of chemical toxins as an antidote to fast fashion, and stated that the government should not ban it, and should allow ethical fur trades. get on.
Given the pros and cons of each, in the future, we can only urge the government to formulate relevant policies and improve supporting measures in accordance with the most favorable conditions for the people of the country and the overall environment. As consumers, you and me, than what clothes or handbags to buy this season, animal protection and environmental issues may be more worthy of our in-depth consideration and make big changes from small actions in life.
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