Latest News: retail crime
July 18, 2024 8:57 am
Published by Natalie Fresen
King Charles’ speech earlier today has unveiled significant legislative plans impacting the retail sector, sparking widespread reactions from industry leaders and community stakeholders. The announcement of... View Article
June 10, 2024 8:01 am
Published by Angela Beevers
New West End Company has launched a manifesto ahead of the General Election as it looks to highlight a range of policy priorities and recommendations for... View Article
April 18, 2024 7:54 am
Published by Angela Beevers
BP has invested in the security of its retail teams by introducing body-worn cameras at stores experiencing higher levels of abuse and crime. The move is... View Article
April 10, 2024 5:27 pm
Published by Natalie Fresen
In a historic and much-celebrated move, the UK government has announced the introduction of a groundbreaking law, making the assault of shop workers a specific criminal... View Article
March 13, 2024 3:08 pm
Published by Natalie Fresen
The Federation of Independent Retailers (the Fed) says it is pleased to see police and crime commissioners (PCCS) across England and Wales are responding to its... View Article
February 14, 2024 4:51 pm
Published by Natalie Fresen
In a concerning trend reflecting the growing vulnerability of retail staff, incidents of violence against shop workers have surged by a staggering 50% in just one... View Article
February 9, 2024 12:00 pm
Published by Natalie Fresen
Considering entry to The People in Retail Awards 2024? Here are 3 tips to showcase your people-centric excellence: To submit an entry for Team of the Year in... View Article
January 26, 2024 5:16 pm
Published by Natalie Fresen
The Federation of Independent Retailers (the Fed) has expressed alarm at new data which show that shoplifting is at its highest level in 20 years. According... View Article
December 5, 2023 2:21 pm
Published by Natalie Fresen
Retail trade union Usdaw has welcomed Labour’s ‘community policing guarantee’, aimed at tackling an epidemic of retail crime sweeping through the sector. The plans are outlined... View Article