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Lawyers claim the UK has a legal duty to review air pollution

June 16, 2020Ipsos Global TrendsSignals

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There is growing evidence of a connection between coronavirus and air pollution. In light of this, lawyers are pressuring the UK to review pollution targets and press for improvements.

Source: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2020/jun/16/coronavirus-uk-has-legal-duty-to-review-air-pollution-targets-say-lawyers

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September 4, 2020Ipsos Global TrendsSignals

IKEA India promises 1/3 price cut through local sourcing

IKEA India is looking to boost sustainability and cut prices in India through using local wood, including bamboo and Sheesham (also known as Indian Rosewood), instead of importing wood from Europe.

Source: https://www.retailnews.asia/ikea-proposes-one-third-price-cut-by-boosting-local-sourcing/

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Pret launches a new monthly package of 5 coffees a day for £20 to boost business

Having seen sales fall over the lockdown period, Pret has launched a monthly coffee subscription service to try and attract customers back to quiet stores.

Source:https://www.theguardian.com/business/2020/sep/04/pret-offers-monthly-subscription-to-boost-post-covid-pandemic-sales

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