The British Retail Consortium's Retail Crime Survey 2010 shows an 11 per cent reduction in the overall number of offences (per 100 outlets) compared with the previous year. Shoplifting incidents were down 10.6 per cent though the total value of goods stolen was still up on the previous year.
But in 2009/10, retailers spent £210 million on protecting their staff, stock and premises, 10 per cent more than the previous year. The full article containing further information, statistics and details of the BRC's recommendations can be viewed by clicking here.