Latest Crime & Security insight and analysis – Page 2
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Peterborough store to close as a result of drug seizures, despite appeal
A store in Peterborough has been closed by police following concerns around drugs, exploitation and organised crime links
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How energy meter tampering is impacting retailers - and how you can help
Figures from Crimestoppers show reports of energy theft have increased since the start of the cost-of-living crisis
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Boy, 16, pleads guilty to aiding looters into convenience store
The boy was caught on CCTV pulling up the shutters of a store whilst others were going inside to loot it
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Business minister calls on insurers to pay out riot damage quickly
Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds has written to the Association of British Insurers
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Advice for retailers who shut shops due to riots
Insurance advice for those who closed for potential riots that didn’t happen
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GroceryAid offers support for your children ahead of exam result days
If your child struggles with the stress and pressure of exam results day, GroceryAid offers free and confidential online support
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General Mills accelerates sales team with new sales director Rob Owen
Owen will succeed Simon Fisher, who will take on the role of commercial director
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Dear Jac
From health and safety to shoplifters
Jac shares an update on a shopworker that had issues with their former employer
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Fed supports riot-hit members’ businesses with emergency funding of up to £1,000
Find out how you can apply
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ACS urges retailers to prioritise safety following increase in violence and looting
ACS chief executive James Lowman told Convenience Store that it’s particularly important to get colleagues away before any violence unfolds
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East of England Co-op and Essex Police partnership proves effective in tackling crime
The collaboration has been “proven to lead to greater success in bringing offenders to justice”
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What support is available for riot-damaged stores?
In response to the devastating scenes of violence over the past week, Convenience Store has gathered a list of support and resources available for retailers
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Nisa extends support in response to shocking scenes of violence over past week
Nisa retailers can email MADL charity to request the use of their MADL funds to support community responses in areas affected by the rioting
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Retailer’s plea for support after devastating £25,000 loss from Liverpool riot
Store owner Ardalan Othman has been forced to set up a gofundme following extensive damage done to his store
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ACS offers support for retailers affected by the riots
The ACS is working to provide help and guidance to retailers and colleagues during this time
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Convenience store set ablaze during violent disorder in Liverpool
The store opened last year and is not expected to re-open
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New compensation scheme announced for wrongly accused postmasters
Postmasters whose convictions have been overturned can now apply to a new redress scheme
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Drugs and weapons found at Peterborough store
The store has been temporarily closed with a further hearing on 7 August to fully close the store
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£200k of illegal tobacco and vapes seized in large-scale operation
BCP Council said the latest seizures highlights the sophisticated methods individuals are using to conceal illicit products
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Fundraiser launched for convenience store looted during Southport riot
A riot in Southport has left Windsor Mini Mart looted and severely damaged