Mandelson's actions leave Europe cold

With the weather turning autumnal in Europe, you might be starting to think about filling your winte...

With the weather turning autumnal in Europe, you might be starting to think about filling your winter wardrobe. Don't get your hopes up about finding a bargain in the shops. Retailers are now warning of a looming shortage of such items as men's trousers and women's blouses. The European Union has now created a shortage of clothing. Who's responsible? The clothing shortfall can be pinned on EU Trade Commissioner Peter Mandelson. He presents himself as a friend of free trade, yet he's turned out to be completely the opposite. Alisdair Gray, director of the Brussels office of the British Ret...