Part of Oral Answers to Questions — House of Commons Commission – in the House of Commons at 2:30 pm on 8 January 2007.
Nick Harvey
Shadow Secretary of State for Defence
2:30,
8 January 2007
As on a previous occasion when the hon. Gentleman asked a similar question, it is not possible to give a single overall figure within its terms. As he knows, the Fairtrade Foundation lists only a rather limited range of products available through catering distribution and supply in London. However, I am pleased to say that the House has spent about £45,000 on fair trade products since April and a further £40,000 on souvenir products from various ethical initiatives. The Refreshment Department is re-tendering for the supply of coffee to the House and has specified that all coffee must be approved by the Fairtrade Foundation.
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