Fires in South Asia garment factories: why do they start, why do they spread, and why can't workers get out?  

ETI was horrified to learn of the collapse of the nine-storied Rana Plaza in Savar, Bangladesh this morning. At least 80 people are dead and 800 injured and this count is expected to rise. 

ActionAid has published a report highlighting the payment of poverty wages, unreasonable hours and abuse of clothing workers in Bangladesh.