Ethics and Environment Flashcards

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what is fair trade

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it is a UK charity that promotes the use of fair trade materials by UK businesses

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what are the benefits of fair trade

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  • meets consumer expectations so increases sales
  • can be used in marketing
  • increased range of products
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what are the disadvantages of fair trade

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  • some have higher prices

- bad publicity about fair trade will dent the public image

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4
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what ethical practices could a business use

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  • use recycled materials
  • fair price paid to all suppliers(fair trade)
  • animal welfare
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what are the advantages of ethical operations

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  • improves image
  • staff motivation if they agree with the issues
  • saved costs through less packaging and transport
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what are the disadvantages of ethical operations

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  • takes time to train staff
  • bad publicity if business works with an unethical supplier
  • reduced protective packaging
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