Year 9 Easter revision - The Power of the Consumer

Using the internet and your textbook and common sense make sure you....understand how the actions of consumers can impact upon the national and global economy through activities such as: boycotting the products of 'sweat shop labour', purchasing fair trade or locally sourced products produced in a sustainable, ethical and environmentally sensitive manner. They should appreciate the role played by government, eg in campaigning for reductions in World poverty.