Written questions

Retail Trade: Abuse and Crimes of Violence

Commons · Question 96415 · Tabled 2 Dec 2025 · Home Office · Official record

Answered 9 Dec 2025

Question

Asked by Matt Vickers

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what discussions the Department has had with the police on improving protection for retail workers experiencing abuse or violence.

Answer

Answered by Sarah Jones, 9 Dec 2025

The Home Office has regular discussions with the police and other partners on protecting retail workers and tackling shop theft.The Home Office and Department for Business and Trade recently held a joint meeting of the Retail Crime Forum and Retail Sector...