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Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Michael Moore (Liberal Democrat), on Thursday, 12 February 2009, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 44 members in total.


LONDON 2012 OLYMPIC GAMES AND FAIRTRADE

That this House believes that the Fairtrade label is a respected marker indicating a just deal for producers in the developing world; notes the Olympic Games in London in 2012 present an opportunity to highlight the best of British sport and culture, while achieving a positive legacy for the development of London; further believes the Olympic Games also offer the opportunity to demonstrate Britain's global outlook and its commitment to international development; and therefore calls on all the bodies involved with the delivery of the 2012 Olympic Games to ensure that all relevant food, drink, and merchandise carries the Fairtrade label.


Secondary information

Type
Early day motion
Reference
802 
Session
2008-09
Other sponsors
Tom Brake
Peter Bottomley
Lord Foster of Bath
John Barrett
David Howarth
Subjects
Trade Sports
Link
View this Early day motion on www.parliament.uk