How can we control what people are paid in developing countries – isnt it up to their governments?
Governments in developing countries have the main responsibility for ensuring worker’s rights are respected, including the right to a living wage. But, when UK supermarkets buy goods produced in poor countries, they should ensure their own business model does not make it impossible for farm and factory suppliers to pay their workers a living wage and ensure decent working conditions. We have a responsibility to ensure UK companies act responsibly around the world, so the UK’s ethical footprint is one of decent work and conditions for people, not exploitation and misery.
