Advice
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Advice Guide
USDAW publishes advice on protecting retail staff
To help store owners protect their staff, industry union USDAW has published advice to improve safety in the retail workplace
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How to report an incident to the police
With crime levels rising, retailers need to report every incident that happens at their store
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What support is available to you and your staff?
GroceryAid offers a variety of support lines to help retailers and their staff
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How to create written terms for staff
Legislation surrounding the hiring of staff can be complex, particularly what you need to provide when they start.
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How to keep staff safe in your store
The National Business Crime Centre has launched a series of videos to help shopworkers remain safe
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How to spot a fake £20 note
There are key security features to look out for so you don’t get caught out with a counterfeit £20 note
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How do face covering restrictions differ throughout the UK?
We break down what you need to know when it comes to face coverings throughout the UK.
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How to spot a fake £50 note
The new polymer £50 has entered circulation in the UK and the Bank of England has listed its security features to prevent fraud.
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10 reasons to have confidence to attend the UK Food & Drink Shows
William Reed has outlined its plan to ensure that all exhibitors and visitors to the UK Food & Drink Shows have a safe and enjoyable visit.
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What is the age restriction on National Lottery games?
Camelot has introduced a new minimum age for all National Lottery games.
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How to deal with an abusive customer
Retailers and their staff are too often the target for abuse. Do you know how to diffuse a situation or how to report it properly?
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Who should you speak to about your mental health?
Retailers have been working hard to serve their communities, it’s time they took care of themselves.
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How to keep staff and customers safe during the Covid-19 pandemic
What steps should you be taking to keep your staff and customers as safe as possible?
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How to make a traffic light system for your store
Itteringham Village Shop in Norfolk has created a low-cost traffic light system to help manage social distancing.
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What are the face covering rules for Welsh retailers?
Face coverings are now mandatory for staff and customers in stores in Wales, in an attempt to reduce the spread of coronavirus.
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How to prepare for looming school traffic
Flows of school traffic are set to pour into store aisles come early September. Are you ready?
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Remaining vigilant: how to deal with retail crime
Abuse against shop workers is on the rise and with staff on the front line, what should you do if a member of your team is victim to an attack?
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Face masks: what retailers need to know about the new regulations
Unsure of the regulations on face coverings? The government has published guidance on customers wearing face masks when visiting shops.
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Can convenience stores cash in on the online delivery trend?
Independent retailers have moved quickly to introduce delivery services to their businesses but what’s the point if your customers don’t know about it?
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How to retain customers post-lockdown
Business has never been better but what happens when customers start to drift back to the multiples? How can you keep the shoppers you gained during lockdown?