Shoplifting in England and Wales has reached a record high with nearly half a million offences reported last year, according to new Office for National Statistics data. The alarming figures show a 23% increase in shoplifting crimes, with 1,350 incidents occurring daily. Retailers are warning that crime in shops, including theft and violent incidents, is escalating out of control, with over 20 million theft incidents costing retailers £2.2bn in losses.
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Brussels pushes schools to serve ‘Made in Europe’ fruit and veg
Brussels plans to propose that fruit, vegetables, and milk for schools be locally sourced as part of a broader initiative to prioritize domestic production, reflecting a push to bolster the EU's industries. This proposal, which aligns with upcoming changes to agricultural funding, aims to support small producers and ensure food security while maintaining financial aid for farmers under the EU's Common Agricultural Policy. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Brussels wants schools to buy...
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