A survey by the British Retail Consortium (BRC) has shown that the level of violence and abuse directed towards retail workers has risen by almost 50%, with the trade association campaigning for more protections for shop workers.
Wellingborough is holding a by-election after allegations of bullying and sexual misconduct against former Tory MP Peter Bone.
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