Addressing the surge in shoplifting: Strategies for safeguarding retailers in challenging times
February 12, 2024
Deane Sales, Group Sales Director at Amthal, delves into the latest ONS shoplifting figures and examines how the industry can unite to support retailers during these challenging economic times. Read More
Retail Crime: The increased impact on UK retailers and strategies for prevention
December 7, 2023
In this article, Newgate take a look at the problem of retail crime in the UK and the preventative measures that businesses can take. Read More
“It’s time for this behaviour to end”: Peoplesafe ramps up retail campaign
November 17, 2023
Peoplesafe show their support for The Retail Trust Retail campaign saying there are 6.8 million employees concerned for their safety either at work or commuting in the UK which is "unacceptable". Read More
The Video Surveillance Report 2023
November 13, 2023
Download the 2023 Video Surveillance Report exploring trends in AI, software, and key challenges ahead for video surveillance cameras & CCTV. Read More
Martyn’s Law Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill – Set for parliamentary introduction following inclusion in King’s Speech
November 7, 2023
The latest on the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill, also known as Martyn's Law, set to improve safety at publicly accessible locations. Read More
Yves Rocher implements retail AI surveillance box to improve store management and customer experience
November 1, 2023
IDIS has partnered with French cosmetic and beauty brand Yves Rocher, to help expand its growing network of stores. Read More
Retailers and policing brought together as UK Government launches Retail Crime Action Plan to tackle shoplifting epidemic
October 31, 2023
The Government has brought together police and retailers to launch the Retail Crime Action Plan and Project Pegasus to tackle shoplifting. Read More
Caution urged after Policing Minister’s call for citizen arrests amid rising shoplifting incidents
October 23, 2023
Triton Security has expressed concerns over the recent call by Policing Minister, Chris Philp, for members of the public to make citizen arrests on shoplifters. Read More
HVM ramraid protection measures put in place at London Gucci stores
October 18, 2023
Crowdguard provides an overview of the ramraid protection measures it has put in place for two of Gucci's London outlets. Read More
Tackling the retail crime epidemic with technology – Are body-worn cameras the answer?
September 28, 2023
As the threat to retail staff continues to rise with increasing levels of crime, are body-worn cameras the answer? Read More
Tesco staff offered bodycams after rise in violent attacks
September 4, 2023
Tesco’s Chief Executive, Ken Murphy, has announced that staff are to be offered bodycams after abuse rose by a third in the last year. Read More
The role of AI in modernising property security surveillance systems
August 11, 2023
Four key areas where AI-based video analytics systems can contribute to enhancing property security surveillance systems. Read More
Are convenience stores a ‘forgotten market’ for security systems integrators and installers?
July 19, 2023
Why smaller, independent convenience stores may invest in security technology and warrant greater focus from the supply chain. Read More
Conversion from Worthing retail premises to residential flats delayed due to fire safety concerns
July 4, 2023
Plans to convert a former retail store to a multi-residential block of flats in Worthing have been delayed due to […] Read More
Retail theft: The growing frontline threat in a cost-of-living squeeze?
June 6, 2023
Examining the rising threat of retail crime in a cost-of-living crisis, and exploring the methods available to security staff to strike back. Read More
Addressing workplace violence in healthcare, retail and private security with bodycams
June 5, 2023
Bodycams are increasingly being deployed in various environments to help tackle the growing problem of workplace violence. Read More