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Company Response

15 Sep 2023

Marks and Spencer response to alleged human rights abuses in the tea supply chain - September 2023

...M&S is committed to respecting internationally recognised human rights in line with the principles and guidance contained in the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights. We therefore take all reports of this nature very seriously.

We can confirm that we have worked with both our supplier and with Fairtrade to understand the steps that have been taken to support the injured worker....

Full response below.

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Sri Lanka: Worker attacked by leopard at Bridwell Tea Estate, workers say they live in constant fear of attack, incl. co. responses

Tea brands and retailers respond to allegations of rights abuses in the global supply chain