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What the Data Tells Us: Key Retail Crime Patterns Emerging in 2025
Retail crime in the UK isn’t only increasing – it’s evolving. Though the vast majority of retail crime is still committed by local Offenders, new data highlights patterns of organised theft, mobile offenders, rising anti-social behaviour (ASB), and emerging fraud threats. Understanding these trends is critical for BCRPs planning smarter crime prevention. Here’s what we
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Why Local Crime is Getting Smarter — and How BCRPs Can Stay One Step Ahead
Today’s retail crime isn’t just opportunistic — it’s coordinated, mobile, and increasingly aggressive. With frontline police resources stretched and shoplifting spiralling out of control, Business Crime Reduction Partnerships (BCRPs) are stepping up as the agile local response. But to keep pace with smarter offenders, they need smarter intelligence tools. Here’s why — and how they
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A Smarter Approach to Crime: Why Every BID Should Invest in Information Sharing
In the heart of our towns and city centres, Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) are playing an increasingly pivotal role in shaping not just economic vibrancy but also public safety. As police resources become ever more strained, BIDs are stepping up to fill the void—especially when it comes to tackling the low-level but persistent crimes that
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Bridging the Policing Gap: The Crucial Role of BCRPs in Reducing Retail Crime
Retail crime and antisocial behaviour (ASB) continue to be major challenges for businesses across the UK. With police resources stretched thin due to budget constraints and rising demands, the ability to effectively tackle shoplifting, theft, and other retail-related offences has become increasingly difficult. This gap in policing has led to the rise of vital Business
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How Crime Information Sharing Creates Safer City Centres for Shoppers and Retailers
City centre crime poses a significant challenge for both police and local businesses. The rise in shoplifting, anti-social behaviour, and organised retail crime has placed immense pressure on retailers and police forces alike. According to the British Retail Consortium (BRC), retail crime cost businesses over £1 billion in 2022, with incidents of violence and abuse
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Why Rural Areas Need Advanced Crime Information Systems
Crime is often perceived as an issue predominantly affecting urban areas, with rural communities sometimes overlooked in the broader discussion about crime prevention and law enforcement. However, rural crime in the UK is a serious and growing concern, impacting businesses, residents, and local economies alike. From agricultural theft and fly-tipping to organised criminal activity targeting
