Chris Noice, Communications Director at the Association of Convenience Stores, joins Natalie to discuss Britain's shoplifting epidemic. They explore:

The scale of the problem and factors driving the growing wave of shoplifting.
What motivates shoplifters and is it a victimless crime?
Cops in shops – will we see more retailers and shopping centres collaborate with the police for in-store police stations?
From equipping staff with body cams to hiring undercover security guards – what more can retailers do to deter theft?
Retail staff abuse and the issue of under-reporting.
The rise of middle class shoplifting and how automation is exacerbating the problem.
Will retailers see more TikTok-inspired mass shoplifting rampages?
How can the government take action to curb the rise in shoplifting?

Links:

Chris on LinkedIn

The Shoplifting Epidemic

Retail Disrupted