What’s behind Britain’s shoplifting epidemic?

Shoplifting offences have risen by 25 per cent in the past year alone, according to the Office for National Statistics. With some incidents turning increasingly violent, and many perpetrators going unpunished, business owners are calling for action. So what’s behind the rise? And what might be the solution?

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Guests:

• Louise Eccles, Consumer Affairs Editor, The Sunday Times.
• Mo Razzaq, Vice President, The Federation of Independent Retailers.

Host: Manveen Rana.

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