Chapter 12.1 Public sector
Ensure public sector commitment to being a Fair Trade Nation
Ensure that public sector bodies are contributing to Scotland’s commitment to being a Fair Trade Nation.
International
UK Govt
Scottish Govt
Local Authorities
Emissions reduction
Behaviour change
Scotland became a Fair Trade Nation in 2013.
Public sector organisations should use their position to promote Fair Trade through their policies, procurement, outreach activities, workplace practices and training.
For further information:
- Report into Fair Trade expenditure and policy commitments within Scotland’s public sector 2019-22, Scottish Fair Trade Forum, 2022, https://www.scottishfairtradeforum.org.uk/wp-content/ uploads/2022/12/Fair-Trade-Expenditure-and-Policy-Commitments-Public-Sector.pdf
- Public Sector Procurement resource page, Scottish Fair Trade Forum, https://www. scottishfairtradeforum.org.uk/get-involved/business-and-procurement/ethical-procurement/
