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Some LWG members suggest social responsibility should be included

02/06/2020

The multi-stakeholder Leather Working Group (LWG) said members were concerned about alternative materials and the “vegan lifestyle” while others cited the industry’s reputation as a worry.

A total of 245 - including 125 leather manufacturers - responded to its survey, representing 34% of members and the highest percentage to complete the annual survey, which it uses to steer direction.

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