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The British Council’s newly-built headquarters at 1 Redman Place will facilitate a series of engaging workshops, talks and panels organised by Fashion District’s partner, The Trampery. From new materials to alternative business models, the programme is designed to support emerging fashion businesses and fashion-tech start-ups to grow sustainably, whilst nurturing creative enterprise.