The state of denim production in Bangladesh

The ‘State of the Denim Industry’ report says new introductions of policies should push brands towards more sustainable and ethical practices, the responsibility of which is on suppliers.
The survey reveals a division between strong ethical support and inconsistent implementation- highlighting the ongoing struggle between members of the denim supply chain- resulting in effects on denim production.
It uncovered in regions such as Bangladesh and Pakistan, suppliers are expected to meet sustainabil...

Rise in the number of young people from Bolton seeking help for Ketamine abuse

Recreational use of the drug, originally developed as a medical anaesthetic, has increased across Greater Manchester in recent times.
Over two-fifths (42%) of the 132 professional who completed this year’s GMTRENDS survey, stated that they work with people who use ketamine and of those, nearly two-thirds (63%) noted there had been an increase in use amongst the populations that they work with.

(Image: Public) Darren Armstrong

The Greater Manchester areas with the highest percentage o...

WTiN Weekly Review: 19 February 2025

WTiN dives deep into the global textile & apparel manufacturing industry on a daily basis to bring its readers unmatched insight and analysis into the innovative processes and materials shaping the global textile & apparel manufacturing industry. 
Every week within our News Hub, we publish the latest news released across the textile & apparel supply chain. 
This week’s stories include revolutionary innovations, industry collaborations and AI mobilisation. 
1. GOZEN brings forward the future of...

Cast Announced for Crucible's Production of A Streetcar Named Desire

Sheffield Theatres has unveiled the full cast for its eagerly awaited revival of Tennessee Williams' A Streetcar Named Desire, running at the Crucible Theatre from March 1st to 29th 2025.Directed by Josh Seymour (Spend, Spend, Spend), a winner of the Best Director award at the Off-West End Awards, this production promises to inject fresh, dynamic energy into this timeless masterpiece.Taking on the iconic role of Blanche DuBois will be the exceptional Joanna Vanderham, known for her performances...

Sheffield’s Christmas Market: Where Magic Meets Mulled Wine

It’s that time of year again—when the air turns crisp, the gloves come out, and as Santa gets ready to zoom around the world with his elves in tow, let’s be real: there’s only one place he’d really want to be—Sheffield.That’s right. Sheffield’s Christmas Market are back and better than ever, turning the heart of the Steel City into a twinkling winter wonderland. The scent of mulled wine and roasted chestnuts mingles with the sound of Jingle Bells serenading you through the streets, while stalls...

The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe hits Leeds

DetailsLeeds Playhouse is getting chilly this winter with the magic of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe. The captivating adaptation of the CS Lewis is a reminder of our childhood- following siblings Lucy, Peter, Susan and Edmund on there journeys with noble lions, powerful ice queens and a host of whimsical characters.

Details

Leeds Playhouse is getting chilly this winter with the magic of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe. The captivating adaptation of the CS Lewis is a reminder of our...

'I feel like I've cheated death' - Yorkshire student on Laos poisonings

She had planned to stay at the Nana Backpacker Hostel while she was in the country earlier this month - but instead decided to spend an extra couple of days at her previous stop before moving on.That decision to spend an extra two nights could have saved her life - after it transpired she was due to stay at Nana Backpacker Hostel on the day when a number of guests fell ill.Those poisoned in the incident are believed to have been served drinks tainted with methanol, which is sometimes used by dis...

Inside 'mental health bank' helping children in 'crisis'

Warning - this article has references to suicide and self-harm from the start. Sebastian calmly recalls the time he considered taking his own life."I felt very sad and depressed, like I wasn't supposed to be alive," he told Sky News."I kept hurting myself, like punching a brick wall as hard as I could. And one day I got a sudden idea that I wanted to cut myself because I didn't want to exist."Sebastian is just 11 years old - a schoolboy, dressed in a white shirt, school tie and blazer.He is sitti...
Load More