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Combatting Retail Violence: U.K. Legislation
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U.K. to criminalize assaulting store workers, introduce tougher penalties and fines to combat rising violence in shops. Plans include investing in facial recognition technology and dedicated units in high streets. U.S. retailers also face financial impacts due to escalating crime levels.
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How might the new legislation impact the safety and well-being of store workers in the U.K.?
In what ways could the U.S. retail sector adapt to mitigate the financial impacts of rising crime levels?
What challenges could arise in the implementation and enforcement of the proposed laws?
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