Beyonce under fire

When the garment factory in Bangladesh collapsed back in April killing over 1000 employees, eyes immediately turned to the clothing giant H&M who are largest buyer of Bangladeshi garments, importing nearly £10 million of ready made clothes. However H&M were quick to dismiss rumours that the factory was connected to their branch by releasing 5 articles on their website, vehemently denying that any of their suppliers were connected to the tragedy. Then came a rather meek and under the radar announcement on their website that revealed H&M garments WERE in fact produced at the unit. 

In the light of this news Director of the Global Labour and Human Rights Charles Kernaghan, audited several of the factories where H&M garments are produced and told the Star newspaper that 'There was sexual harassment in the sweatshops, as male supervisors would constantly press young women to have sex with them.' He also added 'There was child labour, people were being beaten, cheated of their wages — and wages were very, very low.'

In response to these claims the CEO of H&M Karl-Johan Persson spoke to Metro about its operations in Bangladesh, 'You can never be 100% sure. The factory collapse was horrific. Accidents happen in Sweden, too.'

Popstar Beyonce is under fire for being the face of clothing giant H&M as more damaging allegations emerge about conditions its works endure overseas. Are criticisms over her corporate ethics justified?

Fashion Q&A

Rob Jones  

Bass player from Missing Andy

What item of clothing would you run into a house fire for? 

I'd run in for my fav black jacket. Was a one off from LA. 

Did you get fired from an agency for wearing a mankini to china whites?

I recall the shock of people's faces as I ran down embankment not entirely packaged!!

If you had to tattoo a brand name on your forehead what would it be?

For comedy value, and free fish and chips id have 
'Smith &'






Have you ever had someone cup your balls when being measured for a suit?

Never had one tailored, but I bet the gay bloke in town row's would be game.

How important is it to wear matching socks? 

I've always tried to, but I'm in a phase of trainer socks so I guess it doesn't matter.

What frontman past or present has the best dress sense?

Labyrinth seems to look sharp in anything. 

Ever worn women's clothes on stage? 

I did a gig in the boars head pub in a bra and wig once for a band called funk power boat Racer - it wasn't one of my best shows haha.

What does the term Sunday best mean to you? 

Usually 'where is my house from here?'

Ever taken all your clothes on stage? 

Mate, I've had drunken piggy backs on stage!!!

Do you think you can be a trend setter by wearing h&m?

I've been known to sport the odd item. I'm no label snob!

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