Assault and abuse: British shopkeepers on the frontline
The UK shoplifting epidemic is costing our country £1billion a year.
But, the impact on shop stock is just one part of this sweeping crime wave, as attacks, abuse and assaults are becoming a commonplace in shops.
Now, a new policing plan has been unveiled to crackdown on the crime.
So, is the new plan enough to curb the rise in shoplifting? Or is it too little too late?
Consumer Editor Chris Choi and Producer Siham Ali tell Faye Barker what you need to know...
But, the impact on shop stock is just one part of this sweeping crime wave, as attacks, abuse and assaults are becoming a commonplace in shops.
Now, a new policing plan has been unveiled to crackdown on the crime.
So, is the new plan enough to curb the rise in shoplifting? Or is it too little too late?
Consumer Editor Chris Choi and Producer Siham Ali tell Faye Barker what you need to know...