Political procurement
13 September 2012
Owen Jones discusses the responsibility of purchasers when involved in international trade and highlights the potential risks of not adhering to ethical codes
As you read this article, millions of adults and children in developing countries are working in conditions that compromise their fundamental human rights. Should you care? If your organisation buys from the developing world, or if your suppliers do, then, yes, you should. As purchasers who live in affluent, democratic nations, we have a moral obligation to ensure...