Latest Crime & Security insight and analysis – Page 26
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Features and analysisACS Local Shops Report: How has coronavirus changed the sector?
Lockdown has changed the retail sector but what has been the impact on convenience?
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NewsConvenience store sector generates £44.7bn in sales
The convenience sector generated £44.7bn in sales over the last year, with two-thirds of stores reporting an increase in sales during lockdown.
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NewsBRC lobbies MPs to support retail workers
The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has launched the Shopworkers’ Protection Pledge to help curb abuse against staff and has urged MPs to support it.
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Features and analysisYounger shoppers turning to convenience stores
The coronavirus pandemic has led to more younger shoppers visiting convenience stores. But what can you do to keep them?
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Features and analysisWill shoppers remain loyal to convenience after lockdown?
Are the convenience customers gained through lockdown moving back to the major multiples now restrictions are easing? We commissioned a survey to find out.
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NewsPandemic sales to double convenience sector growth
Growth in convenience stores in 2020 is set to double that of the previous year, according to Mintel research.
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Features and analysisIs poor social distancing guidance keeping customers away from your store?
A new survey has revealed what measures are needed to make shoppers feel confident. So what did it find?
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Features and analysisTime to take action on crimes against shop workers
The lack of government action on verbal and physical abuse against shop workers has prompted USDAW to launch a petition demanding stronger legislation.
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Features and analysisUnmasked retail staff putting off customers, says survey
Research conducted in town centres across the UK has found that the failure of retail staff to wear masks is preventing customers returning to shops.
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OpinionWhere should I place my CCTV cameras?
Parkview Retail director Richard Inglis on where to put your CCTV cameras for maximum effectiveness.
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Features and analysisStore owners share their post-lockdown priorities
With lockdown restrictions loosening, the previously relentless demand on c-stores has eased a little and retailers can now think about other areas of their business.
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Features and analysisWhy Shop Local Week is important for your business
Shop Local Week 2020 (10-16 August) has begun and the government is hoping to kickstart the high street.
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NewsMcColl’s shifts focus during pandemic lockdown
McColl’s has seen a drop in total revenue in its interim results although like-for-like sales rose.
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NewsSouthern Co-op allocates £100,000 via Safer Neighbourhood Fund
Fourteen organisations across Bristol, Portsmouth, Bournemouth, Southampton and south London have been chosen to receive a share of the Southern Co-op’s £100,000 Safer Neighbourhood Fund for their work in tackling the causes of crime.
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Features and analysisSecond spike lockdowns highlight convenience sector pressures
Recommendations to better support independent retailers have been made, and as parts of the UK enter a second lockdown, it’s time to deliver on this.
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Interviews and ProfilesHow retailers are working to eradicate violence from the sector
USDAW general secretary Paddy Lillis discusses staff safety in convenience stores.
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NewsKnife attack leaves retailer in fear
A terrifying knife attack by a masked assailant has left a retailer afraid to be alone in her store.
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NewsJTI launches new anti-illicit trade postcode calculator
Japan Tobacco International (JTI) has launched a new postcode calculator to help retailers find out how their local area is affected by illicit tobacco.
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OpinionSupport is available for face mask concerns
Association of Convenience Stores chief executive James Lowman discusses the support for retailers concerned about face mask legislation.