Voice of the Industry
As the voice of UK fashion and textiles, UKFT is committed to creating the best environment for our industry. We represent the entire fashion and textile supply chain, promoting our industry in the UK and overseas.
We demonstrate the strategic and economic value of our vibrant industry to government and policymakers, ensuring the key issues are on the agenda. We champion our diverse and valuable industry through campaigns and key activities.
The key UK trade associations and organisations in fashion and textiles are Federated Members of UKFT, uniting the sector on common issues.
Raising member issues with government
As members of our vibrant and engaged UK fashion and textile community, your feedback is essential in helping to shape the policies and decisions that impact our trading environment.
FIND OUT MOREUKFT’s key asks of the next government
Discover UKFT's key priorities for the next government across international business, skills and education, sustainability and innovation, and UK manufacturing
FIND OUT MOREParliamentary update: Securing the best conditions for the UK fashion & textile industry
In the run up to the next parliamentary elections, UKFT is engaging with the Government both directly and across Government departments to make sure the industry's voice is heard
FIND OUT MORE‘The Fashion and Textile Industry’s Footprint in the UK’
A new landmark report commissioned by UKFT has found the UK fashion and textile industry directly supported a £62 billion contribution to UK GDP
FIND OUT MOREPolitical & Lobbying Activity
UKFT campaigns on a wide range of issues ensuring that the needs of the industry are considered at the highest level.
Find out moreUKFT x BFC Industry Government Forum
The UKFT x BFC Industry Government will help to identify key priorities for the industry and shape UKFT and BFC’s interactions with government both in the short and long term
Find out moreBrexit
UKFT is working across government to help secure the best possible outcome for our sector now the UK is no longer part of the EU
Find out moreEURATEX
UKFT is active on the European stage through its membership of EURATEX, the European Apparel & Textile Confederation.
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