Shoplifting levels 'unacceptable', inquiry finds

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Cases are underreported and "immediate action" is needed to tackle the crisis, a Lords review finds.

In a letter published today, it said there were more than 443,000 incidents of shop theft recorded by police in March 2024 – the highest ever since records began 20 years ago.

The Home Office said it understands the "devastating impact" of shop theft has on communities.

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Category: Business

Markets: United Kingdom

Topics: Retail Police Crime Offenders Shoplifting Retailers Shop Levels Committee Theft

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Published On: 2024-11-05 @ 00:39:03 (19 hours ago)

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