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EU ban on destruction of unsold clothes and shoes enters into application
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The European Union has implemented a new regulation prohibiting large companies from destroying unsold clothing and footwear. This policy aims to reduce waste and promote a circular economy by encouraging businesses to donate, repair, or recycle excess inventory.
© jaturunp | Getty Images From 19 July, large companies across the EU are prohibited from destroying unsold clothes, clothing accessories and footwear. Medium-sized companies will be subject to the same rules from 2030.
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