Bexhill Fairtrade group highlight importance of ethical trade

The stall, run by committed local volunteers, attracted attention from community members keen to learn more about the impact of Fairtrade products on farmers and producers around the world. Items such as bananas, rice, tea, chocolate, coffee, and other everyday goods were used to demonstrate how simple purchasing choices can contribute to improved working conditions and fairer incomes for farming communities globally.

Among the visitors was a former Mayor of Bexhill-on-Sea, Abul Azad who expressed strong support for the initiative and praised the ongoing work of volunteers in promoting Fairtrade values within the town.

“It is inspiring to see the enthusiasm and dedication shown by everyone involved,” the former Mayor Abul Azad said. “Supporting Fairtrade is a practical way our community can help create real and lasting change for producers across the world.

"The event served as a reminder that small everyday choices can have far-reaching consequences. By choosing Fairtrade-certified products, residents are helping to support better wages, safer working conditions, and more sustainable farming practices.”

Volunteers at the stall emphasised the importance of maintaining awareness and engagement, noting that Bexhill continues to take pride in its status as a Fairtrade Town. Their efforts, they said, are driven by a shared commitment to both local community values and global responsibility.