Shoplifting Hits a Record High: 50% Increase in Violence Toward Retail Staff

Retail workers are facing a barrage of abuse as cases of retail crime continue to rise. A survey by the British Retail Consortium found staff are battling a 50% increase in violence and abuse.

Owner of a convenience store, Ben Selvaratnam, talks about the impact the rise in shoplifting has had on his business.

Broadcast on 14/02/24

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