Increase in Demand for Protective Clothing Reflects Growing Safety Concerns in Shopping Centres

Friday, 19 April 2024, 12:53

The demand for body armour, including stab vests, among shopping centre staff in the UK has drastically increased due to a surge in violent and abusive incidents. According to a British Retail Consortium report, instances of violence and abuse in shopping centres have seen a sharp rise of 65% from 2021-22 to 2022-23. This trend highlights the growing safety concerns and the need for enhanced security measures in retail spaces. The rise in staff wearing protective gear underscores the urgency to address safety issues in public settings.

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Surge in Demand for Protective Gear

Body armour suppliers have noted a significant increase in the demand for protective clothing, particularly stab vests, among shopping centre staff.

Violence on the Rise

Instances of violence and abuse in shopping centres have surged by 65% from 2021-22 to 2022-23, as reported by the British Retail Consortium.

Body armour suppliers have witnessed a notable uptick in requests for stab vests to be worn by security personnel in shopping centres over the past two years.

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