See Also
Fairtrade on the Internet
Local produce
Other links
Contact Us
Kerrie Nichol
Support Officer
E-mail: fairtrade
@thanet.gov.uk
Tel: 577232
Our Campaign for Fairtrade Island Status
Following the passing of a resolution in support of Fairtrade,
Thanet District Council is working in partnership with Thanet
Fairtrade Initiative to campaign for Fairtrade Island status for
Thanet in 2008.
What we need to do to secure Fairtrade Island Status
There are currently 250 Fairtrade towns, cities, districts and
zones across the UK. In order for Thanet to join them, there are
five goals set out by the Fairtrade Foundation that we must
satisfy
1. The local Council must pass a resolution supporting
Fairtrade, and serve Fairtrade coffee and tea at its meetings and
in offices and canteens.
2. A range of products that carry the 'Fairtrade' Mark must be
available in local shops and cafes.
3. Fairtrade products must be available in a number of
local work places and community organisations such as schools and
churches.
4. There must be good media coverage and popular support for the
campaign.
5. A local Fairtrade steering group must be convened to work
towards achieving Fairtrade status and ensure continued commitment
to Fairtrade once it is achieved.
For more information on the Five Goals please see the
Fairtrade Foundation
website.