We surveyed over 500 Fashion Creatives and discovered a story of insecurity, low – or no – pay, and toxic working environments
More than seven in ten have struggled financially (72%) in the past year, and seven in ten respondents reported struggling with their mental health in the past year
Just one in ten fashion creatives (10%) say they feel secure in their jobs
Half (51%) of fashion creatives are earning under £30,000 a year before tax from their work in the industry
Only 14% are paid on time for the work they do
83% say that behaviours that would be considered toxic and inappropriate in public life are often tolerated in the fashion industry
Eight in ten (79%) have felt pressured to work for free
READ THE FULL REPORT
Watch Bectu Fashion UK's Roundtable
To discuss the findings of our report, we hosted a roundtable discussion with industry heavyweights Caroline Rush of the BFC, Anita Chhiba of Diet Paratha, Bisoye Babalola of Holiday Club, Nicky Weir, Philippa Childs of Bectu CEO, Sam McKnight, and chaired by Journalist and Editor Dominic Cadogan.
Don't feel safe at work?
Do you have a Health & Safety (including bullying/harassment) concern, or are you a victim of Sexual Harassment? You can find information in the links below and report instances using the forms on those pages. We welcome information from anyone working as a UK based Fashion Creative in a non-performing role, whether or not you are a Bectu member. However, we are only able to provide direct support for Bectu members.
Bectu members are advised to fill out the appropriate form as well as contact your official.
Please remember H&S form is not a substitute for accident/incident reporting. You should still report the matter to your employer, engager, client and/or HSE or the local council.