First ever Fairtrade Business Awards open for applications

The first ever Fairtrade Business Awards, sponsored by The Co-operative, are being held in Bristol, and are now open for applications from all businesses in the region which support Fairtrade. The ceremony, to be hosted by the BBC's George Alagiah, will be held at Business West, Leigh Court on Friday 9 March 12-2pm 2012 as the major event in the south west for Fairtrade Fortnight. The aim of the awards is to increase the visibility and sales of Fairtrade through an Award scheme which provides a tangible benefit for the organisations participating, enhancing reputation and ethical credentials, to confirm Bristol as one of the world’s leading Fairtrade cities. The Awards are organised by Bristol Fairtrade Network in association with Business West, Destination Bristol and Bristol City Council. For details of the award categories and to enter, visit www.bristolfairtrade.org.uk