The Story What’s behind Britain’s shoplifting epidemic?
Oct 23, 2023
Rising incidents of shoplifting in the UK, including increasing violence. Issue highlighted in Bristol where co-op store experiences frequent incidents involving weapons. Exploration of government solutions, challenges faced by shopkeepers, and citizens' arrests. Shop owner shares personal experience with retail crime. Challenges faced by small retailers and implications for communities discussed.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Shoplifting Epidemic in Bristol
03:15 • 10min
The Shoplifting Epidemic in Britain and Government Solutions
13:31 • 3min
A Shop Owner's Experience with Retail Crime
16:12 • 2min
The Shocking Reality of Shoplifting Incidents
18:18 • 10min
The Implications of Rising Shoplifting Rates for Small Businesses and Communities
28:44 • 3min