All Legislation articles – Page 32
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Features and analysisIndustry backlash as MPs vote against Policing Bill amendment to protect retail workers
The government’s decision to vote down of an amendment to the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill that would have made attacking a retail worker a separate offence has been criticised by the industry.
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Features and analysisRetail staff union warns against face covering relaxations
Usdaw has warned that the relaxation of face covering regulations could put shop workers at risk
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Features and analysisMPs called on to support shop worker protection amendments to Policing Bill
The Policing Bill will be debated on 5 July with MPs being urged to help protect retail staff.
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Features and analysisHome Affairs Committee urges new offence to protect retail staff
The government and Home Affairs Committee are at odds over sentencing for offences against shop workers.
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Features and analysisHFSS advertising ban details revealed by government
Details of advertising restriction on HFSS products have been unveiled but no information given on store restrictions.
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Features and analysisMPs urged to create new offence for assaulting shop workers
The ACS has demanded that those who attack retail workers face tougher penalties.
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Features and analysisCaution urged on National Living Wage increases
The Low Pay Commission has been advised to consider the impact of the pandemic when deciding on any new rates.
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Features and analysisJTI removes gantries from three stores over illicit tobacco sales
JTI has removed tobacco gantries from three stores in the North West of England due to illicit tobacco sales.
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Features and analysisDisappointment over lack of support for shop workers
No changes will be made to better protect shop workers following a Westminster Hall debate.
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Features and analysisOne in five shop workers satisfied with response to abuse or violence
A Home Affairs Committee survey found that just one in five shop workers were happy with the response to incidents of abuse or violence against them.
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Features and analysisACS urges cost-neutral deposit return scheme for retailers
In its submission to the latest DRS consultation, the ACS warned that the scheme shouldn’t be costly for retailers.
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Features and analysisSeven stores in Thanet closed over illicit tobacco sales
Seven stores in Thanet have been closed following a multi-agency illicit tobacco operation.
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Features and analysisRetailers warned against card payment scam
Retailers have been warned to be vigilant following a spate of transactions using stolen bank cards in the north of England.
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OpinionNatasha’s Law: what it means and what you need to do
New allergen legislation is on its way and technical manager at Country Choice Stephen Hatton outlines what retailers need to do.
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Features and analysisRetailer sentenced to 260 hours of unpaid work for illicit tobacco sales
The retailer continued to sell illicit tobacco despite warnings from Trading Standards.
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Features and analysisRetail industry demands more support for abused shopworkers
A collective of retailers and trade bodies have appealed to the government to introduce increased protection for shopworkers against abuse.
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Features and analysisStores stripped of alcohol licences due to illicit tobacco sales
Two stores in West Yorkshire have had their alcohol licences taken away to send a message against the trading of illicit tobacco.
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Features and analysisGovernment confirms 21 May for 10p plastic bag charge introduction
Defra has confirmed that the charge for plastic bags will increase from 5p to 10p on 21 May.
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Features and analysisNew HMRC checks on tobacco track and trace system
Retailers have until 27 June 2021 to ensure that they are properly registered for the UK track and trace system.
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Features and analysisPlastic bag charge increase delayed
DEFRA has delayed the increase to “ensure businesses have sufficient time to prepare for the changes”.