We've got your backs, PM tells shop workers

Published date11 April 2024
Publication titleEvening Chronicle
Mr Sunak made the announcement at a Boots store in Horsham, West Sussex, where staff showed him safety measures in place for workers, such as a panic button and bodyworn cameras

Speaking to reporters at Horsham Police Station, he said: "I have been concerned by the rise in retail crime, as I'm sure many others are either seeing it or on social media, which is why today we've announced a strong set of measures to clamp down on retail crime.

"(It's) been warmly welcomed by retailers and police that I've spoken to today and crucially will demonstrate to our shop workers that we've got their back and also that we will do what it takes to keep our streets and our community safe."

Assaulting a shop worker is to be made a separate criminal offence...

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