Scottish shop bosses have vowed to get even tougher on troublemakers as a new law giving their staff greater protection comes into force today. The […]

In special video message for the Don’t Put Up With It campaign as the Protection of Workers Act comes into law, Community Safety Minister Ash […]

As the Protection of Workers Act comes into force, Edinburgh Southern MSP Daniel Johnson – who proposed the welcome new law – sets out his […]

A new law which will give greater protection to Scotland’s shopworkers will come into force on August 24. The Scottish Government has set out details […]

Scots shopkeepers are increasingly determined to tackle trouble in stores and help bring the criminals responsible to justice, trade leaders say. The Scottish Grocers’ Federation […]

Scots shopkeepers sick of violence and vile abuse are vowing to get tough on crime. They have launched a new clampdown to ensure those responsible […]

Shop workers subjected to unacceptable abuse at work should report it to police without delay, a Scottish Government minister says. Community Safety Minister Ash Denham […]

Shopkeepers subjected to abuse, violence and thefts are being urged to not to suffer silently as victims of crime as they are told: “Don’t Put […]

One of Scotland’s most senior police officers is urging retail workers who fall victim to crime at work to speak out. Police Scotland Assistant Chief […]

The impact of abuse, threats and violence on retail staff will be highlighted in a new awareness-raising campaign. It comes following the passing of the […]