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UK retail violence down 20% but still high, with 118 daily incidents and 36 weapon attacks, despite £5B in security spending.
Violence against UK retailers fell 20% but remains at a historically high level, with 118 physical incidents and 36 weapon-related attacks daily, according to the British Retail Consortium’s Crime Report.
Despite over £5 billion in security investments and improved police response, theft—especially by organized gangs targeting high-value goods—remains widespread, with parcel theft costing over £100 million.
The upcoming Crime and Policing Bill will create a standalone offence for assaulting retail workers and lower the threshold for prosecuting low-level theft.
BRC and union leaders stress ongoing risks to staff, calling for stronger enforcement, better data sharing, and coordinated action to address systemic issues.
La violencia minorista en el Reino Unido bajó un 20%, pero sigue siendo alta, con 118 incidentes diarios y 36 ataques con armas, a pesar de los 5 mil millones de libras en gastos de seguridad.