John Lewis is among 10 of the UK’s biggest retailers which have agreed to fund Project Pegasus, a police operation to crack down on shoplifting.
Shop thefts have more than doubled in the past six years, reaching eight million in 2022, The British Retail Consortium estimates
John Lewis is among 10 of the UK’s biggest retailers which have agreed to fund a police operation to crack down on shoplifting, dubbed Project Pegasus. In August, police arrested nine people and issued 34 dispersal orders after an incident in London’s Oxford Street, following social media rumours of planned disorder.
Speaking on Radio 4’s Today programme, she said: “In the last year we’ve seen twice as many offences. On Monday, the retail boss said a royal commission – which is an independent public inquiry – is needed to help support retailers.
South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
John Lewis boss says shoplifting has become an ‘epidemic’John Lewis is among 10 of the UK’s biggest retailers which have agreed to fund Project Pegasus, a police operation to crack down on shoplifting.
Read more »
Conmen take £24k from woman using fake Martin Lewis endorsementThe woman, who is in her 60s, told police she had clicked on an advert for a bitcoin investment scheme which appeared to be promoted by money expert and broadcaster Martin Lewis
Read more »
Paul Lewis: Waspi women are fighting a losing battleSadly dreams have been all that has sustained Waspi for the eight years I have been writing about their plight, says Paul Lewis
Read more »
Lawyers want Lewis Hamilton's help as they aim to overturn his 2008 F1 title winFelipe Massa believes he is the rightful 2008 champion.
Read more »
Martin Lewis urges people to 'stock up' on this £1 item ahead of Christmas'If you’re thinking about Christmas cards for this year or possibly next year or even for Christmas cards 2032 stock up on your stamps now'
Read more »
Shoppers grab £60 of free skincare at Boots as Martin Lewis' MSE says 'go quick'The £32 beauty box contains some highly popular brands like Kiehl’s, Dr Jart, Origins and Liz Earle.
Read more »