British Retail Consortium

Chocolate kept in anti-theft boxes as shops warn it's being stolen to order

Retailers and police forces tell the BBC that thieves are targeting chocolate and selling it on.

The British Retail Consortium says the annual rate of food price rises hit 2.8% in May.

Retailers argue that cheap foreign rivals are undercutting business using a tax-free status on small parcels.

Stacey Dooley speaks about the rise in shoplifting in her new BBC documentary.

Policing minister Dame Diana Johnson has promised tougher action on those who assault retail staff.

Black Friday boosted monthly sales, but overall 2024 was a lacklustre year for retail, figures show.

Notes and coins used in a fifth of transactions, say retailers - a second consecutive annual rise.

Household budgets have come under pressure as prices soared in the wake of the pandemic.

The PM says shops must be able to trade free from abuse but Labour argues ministers have been slow to act.

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