Circular Soundbites: Episode 2

Policy Talks: Navigating global textile regulation

The latest episode in Circularity Soundbites’ Thread Talks series features Ava Kenny-Colwell, Compliance Manager at UKFT, bringing expert insight into the rapidly evolving global textile policy landscape. In this episode, Ava shares:

• The biggest global textile policy shifts brands need to be aware of
• How EU regulations such as ESPR are already impacting UK businesses
• Key lessons from established EPR schemes in France, California and Australia
• Common compliance pitfalls and how brands can avoid unexpected costs
• The growing role of eco-modulation, data and product design in shaping regulation
• Practical steps brands can take now to prepare for multi-market compliance

As textile regulation accelerates globally, this conversation helps brands, retailers and compliance teams understand how to navigate complexity, reduce risk, and turn policy into an opportunity to scale circularity.

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