Strengthened Policing Needed to Safeguard Retail Workers, Says Committee Report
In a recent report by the Home Affairs Committee, they urge for a "much stronger policing response" to combat...
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Protecting Retail Staff from Violence and Abuse: Usdaw’s Petition
Today, Usdaw general secretary Paddy Lillis launched a House of Commons petition urging the government to legislate for better...
Government Takes Action Against Violence and Abuse on Shopworkers
In response to rising violence and abuse against shopworkers, the Home Office has pledged to collaborate with the National...
Shopworkers Oppose Longer Sunday Hours Amid Pandemic Pressure
In England, 92% of retail staff oppose large shops opening for over six hours on Sundays as the government...
Respect Shopworkers: Usdaw’s Urgent Call as Shops Reopen Amid Pandemic Abuse Stats
As shops reopen today, a shopworkers union urges customers and employers to prioritize safety amidst rising abuse cases. One...
Usdaw Opposes Government’s Plan for Extended Supermarket Hours Amid Worker Abuse Concerns
In a recent statement, the shopworkers union Usdaw has criticized the government's proposal to allow supermarkets to operate for...
Covid-19 Impact on Shopworkers: Anxiety, Absences, and Abuse
In a recent survey by the shopworkers' union Usdaw, 70% of shop workers report experiencing anxiety due to the...
Pandemic Abuse: One in Six Shopworkers Faces Verbal or Physical Assault Daily, Says Union
One in six shop workers face abuse during every shift amidst the pandemic, according to a trade union survey....
West Country Retail Crisis: Vacancy Rates Soar and Jobs Lost
In the west country, retail vacancy rates have increased from 9.6% in 2016 to 11.2% in 2020, according to...