| UK Apparel Imports Plunge 29% in a Decade, Prompting a Sourcing Shake-Up

UK Apparel Imports Plunge 29% in a Decade, Prompting a Sourcing Shake-Up
 
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Key Takeaways

  • UK apparel imports fell 29 per cent over a decade as Brexit friction, inflation, and shifting consumer habits reduced demand.
  • Traditional suppliers like China, India, and Türkiye lost share while Bangladesh, Vietnam, and emerging hubs gained ground.
  • Retailers are prioritising resilience, cost control, and diversified sourcing.
  • The market is stabilising into a more selective, value-driven model.
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