Retailers sound alarm over growing trend of buying stolen goods
A concerning trend of retailers purchasing stolen goods from professional shoplifters is on the rise, according to industry experts. The…
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UK’s NBCC streamlines retail crime reporting
Britain's National Business Crime Centre (NBCC) has announced the launch of a standardised witness statement designed to expedite retail crime…
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UK retail faces fallout from riots: perspectives from Andrew Goodacre, Bira CEO
The retail industry, a cornerstone of the UK economy, is navigating turbulent times as recent far-right riots disrupted business operations…
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Riots inflict heavy toll on UK retail
The recent wave of civil unrest has dealt a severe blow to the UK retail sector, with high-street stalwarts and…
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Shoplifting in England and Wales hits record high amid rising crime concerns
Shoplifting in England and Wales has surged to a record high, with 443,995 offences recorded by the police in the…
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New law to protect UK retail workers imminent
A landmark shift in legal protections for retail workers is imminent, as the UK government prepares to introduce a standalone…
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Daily harassment of retail staff prompts call for proactive measures
The verbal abuse and harassment of retail workers is a known and growing problem, with retail crime across the board…
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eBay’s Mike Carson on retail transparency and authentication
As the global e-commerce market becomes increasingly democratised and is predicted to reach a value of $9.3tn by 2027, the…
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Small retailers struggle with in-store communication amidst rising crime
A new study by VoCoVo, a provider of communication solutions for retail, has revealed a concerning trend of small businesses…
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How communication can combat retail crime and improve staff well-being
The retail landscape is witnessing a concerning rise in violent and abusive incidents towards staff, presenting significant challenges for retailers.…
