Should we boycott trade on ethical grounds
Yes
No
It would have to be a global boycott
It represents 'neo-colonialism'
Would raise issues globally
Environmental risk with some firms
It would reduce consumerism and waste
Lower poverty if higher wages
It's just Wrong
Can buy from alternatives (Charity Shops etc.)
Low wages slow down economic growth
Does Consumption fuel happiness?
Cheap labour benefits buyers not sellers
Boycotts are powerful in changing government behaviour
Would it reduce employment?
Price rises so less employment, more poverty
What do we mean by 'ethical'?
Necessary stage in development - Rostow
Some UK consumers can't afford expensive clothes
Global Boycott unlikely
If it's legal in the country can we change it?
Crimes rates would rise
Must acknowledge Standard of Living is different
Source of export earnings
Trade has impact on wider community
Promotes our industries
No incentive for LEDC's to stop unethical practices
It is some county's Comparative Advantage
Boycott is influence on sovereignty
It adds value (Making clothes and sourcing materials)