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Senior UK lawmaker to write to Shein again on China cotton

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Posted on January 24, 2025

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UK Lawmaker to Question Shein Again on China Cotton Issue

LONDON (Reuters) - The chair of a British parliamentary committee plans to write to Shein for a second time to ask again if the online fast-fashion retailer ships products with cotton from China's Xinjiang region to Britain.

The spokesperson for the Business and Trade committee said on Friday Shein had failed to answer chair Liam Byrne's question, in its written evidence to the committee's inquiry on employment legislation.

(Reporting by James Davey and Helen Reid; Editing by Catarina Demony)

Key Takeaways

  • UK lawmaker to write to Shein regarding China cotton.
  • Inquiry focuses on cotton from China's Xinjiang region.
  • Shein failed to answer previous questions from the committee.
  • The inquiry is part of a broader employment legislation review.
  • The Business and Trade committee is leading the inquiry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?
The main topic is a UK lawmaker's inquiry into Shein's use of cotton from China's Xinjiang region in products shipped to Britain.
Why is Shein being questioned?
Shein is being questioned for potentially using cotton from China's Xinjiang region, which is under scrutiny for labor practices.
Who is leading the inquiry?
The inquiry is led by the chair of the UK Business and Trade committee, Liam Byrne.

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