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Premier League shirts made by workers paid £1 an hour
Original: Premier League football shirts made by workers on £1 an hour
A BBC investigation reports that Premier League football shirts are being produced by workers earning as little as £1 an hour, raising fresh questions about supply chain conditions at major kit manufacturers. The findings have sparked criticism of clubs and sportswear brands, with fans and campaigners calling for greater transparency and accountability over how replica shirts are made.
Why now: The investigation exposes poor labour conditions behind popular football merchandise, prompting public debate about club and brand responsibility.
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