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09/02/2011

How Johnnie Boden built the online clothing company that bears his name, the risks of signing up for a mobile phone cashback deal and 'ethical' food labels.

We'll hear from the founder of the mail order clothing company, Boden. Johnnie Boden tells us how he started his business by designing the clothes himself, and explains why Boden will never be seen as cool.

We'll be looking at the story of a mobile phone retailer which offered customers deals which included cashback sent by cheque each month. But the retailer has gone into administration leaving some customers with bills they say they can't afford.

And do you understand what the ethical labels on food mean? If not, you're not alone. We'll try to shed some light on the matter as we start a new series.

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53 minutes

Last on

Wed 9 Feb 2011 12:00

Chapters

  • Disability Living Allowance Pt 1

    We report from the Houses of Parliament where disabled people and representatives from 40 charities are protesting at plans to cut money they get for help in getting around.

    Duration: 07:09

  • Excell Communications

    The collapse of a mobile phone retailer has left many of its customers frustrated and out of pocket.

    Duration: 08:34

  • Johnnie Boden Pt 1

    Johnnie Boden founded the company in his name in 1991. Last year the Boden clothing business made a profit of nearly £29m and is now estimated to be worth £500m.

    Duration: 10:06

  • Northern Ireland Water

    After tens of thousands of people went without running water in Northern Ireland, John Waite speaks to the author of a review into the province’s infrastructure.

    Duration: 04:16

  • DLA Pt 2: Maria Miller MP

    Maria Miller, Minister for Disabled People, discusses the planned cuts to the 'mobility component’ of the Disability Living Allowance for some people living in care homes.

    Duration: 06:42

  • Johnnie Boden Pt 2

    Johnnie Boden discusses the growth of his clothing business with Winifred Robinson.

    Duration: 08:16

  • Ethical Labels

    Do you find ethical labels useful or just confusing. A Government report out this week examines how they can be improved.

    Duration: 08:13

Broadcasts

  • Wed 9 Feb 2011 12:00
  • Wed 9 Feb 2011 12:04

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