The UK’s first Fairtrade business awards are being presented today to firms and organisations from the West that incorporate Fairtrade into their business.
The awards, sponsored by The Co-Operative and supported by Bath Business News's sister website Bristol Business News, are being be hosted by BBC newsreader and long-time Fairtrade supporter George Alagiah at a ceremoney at Leigh Court, near Bristol.
Every business that has met the criteria for a Bronze, Silver or Gold Award will receive a Fairtrade Business certificate at the ceremony, as well as an e-logo to use on all business communications.
The awards are in five categories:
1. Best Fairtrade Office, sponsored by Bristol law firm Burges Salmon
2. Best Fairtrade Retailer, sponsored by Bristol law firm TLT
3. Best Fairtrade Catering Outlet
4. Best Fairtrade Accommodation
5. A special award, at the discretion of the judges and sponsored by Bristol law firm Lyons Davidson, will be made for the Best Overall Fairtrade Business.
The awards are supported by Destination Bristol, Business West and Bristol City Council. The trophies have been uniquely designed and made by Bristol Blue Glass.
Bristol Business News will showcase the winners in its weekly e-bulletin this afternoon. To subscribe go to www.bristol-business.net and simply enter your name and email address in the subscription box on the left of this website.
