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Shoplifters Carrying Shopping Lists, Says M&S Manager

Forget the stereotypical opportunistic thief—today’s retail crime wave is being driven by organized operations complete with precise shopping lists from 'customers.' A prominent Marks & Spencer manage...

Sep 16, 2026 3 min read

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Beyond the Boarded Windows: Why the Former BHS Site Remains a 'Continuing Nightmare'

Eight years after the collapse of British Home Stores, many of its most prominent locations remain empty, rotting shells. Local communities are now grappling with the 'continuing nightmare' of urban d...

Aug 3, 2026 5 min read