All Crime articles – Page 11
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NewsHow to win the war on retail crime: expert panel for free webinar revealed
The toll of crime and violence continues to be felt by grocery retail employees across the UK, with rates rising along with the appalling impact on workers on the ground. What’s the solution?
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NewsFacewatch credited with reduction in theft at Morrisons Daily store
Prior to Facewatch’s installation, the Northampton-based store was losing £100 a day from shoplifting
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NewsBreaking the back of retail crime: free webinar launched by The Grocer
Crime’s impact on supermarkets and staff continues to dominate headlines. But can it be resolved?
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NewsLorry drivers could face more attacks from criminals due to Brexit border delays
Drivers parked in unsecure areas because of border delays are ‘a honeypot for criminals’, the RHA warned
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Analysis & FeaturesAbuse, aggression and assault: the rising toll of crime on retail staff
Retail workers are reporting worsening mental health as the tide of crime continues to rise. What more needs to be done to help staff?
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NewsBP rolls out crime logging platform and body-worn cameras for extra staff protection
The reporting initiative is in conjunction with Auror and will be rolled out across BP’s 300 company-owned stores over the coming months
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Comment & OpinionRetail Crime Uncovered: ‘go-to podcast’ offers deep dive into crime problem
Interviewees include crime and loss experts, shop staff, policing bodies, even ex-offenders
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NewsViolent and organised crime soars by 30% in wholesale sector
The FWD has called on government to extend the pending legislation that makes assaulting a retail worker a standalone offence to wholesale workers
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NewsBRC calls on PCC candidates to get tough on retail crime ahead of elections
Government announced a new standalone offence will be introduced last week, along with several other mechanisms to stop serial and abusive shoplifters
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Comment & OpinionCriminalising shopworker abuse is a shield. More protection is needed
At long last, shopworkers have the shield they so desperately need in their long – and often dangerous – retail crime battle
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NewsConvictions under Scotland’s Protection of Workers Act ‘not high enough’ says SGF
The figures mark the first time that information on conviction rates under the act have been released, following SGF’s calls for more transparency
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NewsLorry drivers criticise government’s clandestine entrants scheme over ‘unfair’ fines
Fines for drivers and logistics operators found to carry illegal immigrants into the UK are currently at £10,000 per entrant
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NewsAttacking shopworkers to be made standalone criminal offence
The government is ramping up the use of facial recognition technology to help catch perpetrators and prevent shoplifting in the first place, backed by a £55.5m investment
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NewsOrganised crime gang intel gathering offered to retailers
The police intelligence analysts behind Project Pegasus are rolling out training sessions to retailers
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Analysis & FeaturesFood security: the 10 biggest threats to the UK supply chain
As farmers demand government support, food supply chains are under growing pressure from climate change, policy, crime and economics
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Comment & OpinionHow to counter the €30bn food fraud threat
In times of skyrocketing prices, food fraud is never far away, says Richard Leathers, global quality lead at Campden BRI
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NewsACS warns of £645m boost to illicit trade after disposable vape ban
ACS said the government must focus on effective enforcement to prevent “rogue traders”
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Analysis & FeaturesSainsbury’s workers’ day from hell: this week in grocery on TikTok
TikTok’s latest grocery trends see Tesco Clubcard hacks, IT crises, and cultural inclusivity, while a viral dumpster dive sparks conversation on food waste
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NewsConvenience stores to be offered security guards ‘on call’ in new app service
Launching next month, the app-based platform Aura said it could provide retailers with quicker response rates
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PodcastTackling crime in convenience: The Convenience Mix Podcast
The Convenience Mix speaks to independent retailers about the impact of crime on their businesses