Boohoo has recently been the subject of much criticism due to its unethical supply chain practices. In July 2020, an investigation by The Sunday Times revealed that workers in Leicester, England, were being paid as little as £3.50 an hour for making clothes for Boohoo. The conditions in which these workers were forced to work were also reported to be unsafe and unsanitary.

This has sparked a huge backlash against the company, leading to the resignation of its chairman, executive chairman and senior non-executive director. Boohoo has also faced criticism from shareholders, investors and the general public over its failure to act on the allegations.

In response to the criticism, Boohoo has committed to a series of measures to improve its supply chain. These measures include the introduction of an independent auditor to inspect and report on working conditions in its factories, the implementation of new ethical and safety standards, and a commitment to increase wages for workers.

The situation at Boohoo serves as an important lesson for other companies to take seriously the need to ensure ethical and safe working conditions in their supply chains. It is clear that companies must pay close attention to the practices of their suppliers and take active steps to ensure that their workers are treated fairly and safely. Failing to do so can have serious financial and reputational consequences for the company, as Boohoo has learnt the hard way.

Boohoo, a UK-based online fashion retailer, faced criticism in 2020 for unethical practices in its supply chain. An investigation by The Sunday Times found that the company was using factories in the UK that were paying workers less than the minimum wage, and that workers were not receiving sick pay or holiday pay. The investigation also found that the company was using factories in Leicester, England that were not adhering to COVID-19 safety guidelines.

Boohoo faced backlash and was forced to take action. They commissioned an independent review of their supply chain, which identified issues with working conditions and pay in their suppliers’ factories. Boohoo pledged to improve working conditions and pay for workers in their supply chain, and to increase transparency and oversight of their suppliers.

However, the company still faces skepticism and criticism from some quarters, who argue that the company’s promises of reform are not enough and that it is not doing enough to ensure that workers in its supply chain are treated fairly and ethically.