03 November 2025
The National Business Crime Centre (NBCC) is preparing for the 2025 Safer Business Action (SaBA) Week, which will take place next week.
The national week of action, starting on Monday 10th November, is part of ongoing efforts to tackle retail crime, anti-social behaviour and other offences affecting businesses and local communities.
Last year’s SaBA Week saw significant results, with over 750 arrests made across the country. Police and partners ran more than 640 SaBA days and events, involving over 3,400 officers and PCSOs.
This year, Business Crime Reduction Partnerships (BCRPs), Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) and the private security industry will again work together to target prolific offenders, deliver crime prevention advice and carry out joint patrols.
The initiative forms part of the national ‘Tackling Retail Crime Together’ plan, launched by the Minister of State for Policing and Crime Prevention in July.
Superintendent Lisa Maslen, NBCC lead, said: “The NBCC week of action has become an important event in the calendar for police, partners and the business community. There were some excellent results last year in terms of arrests and convictions but also in building long-term engagement and trust with local businesses.”
Independent retailers are urged to get behind the campaign by taking part locally and displaying ShopKind messaging in their stores, helping to promote respect and safety for shopworkers and customers alike.
For more information about the NBCC and SaBA Days, visit this link.
.
Bira's advocacy takes your voice to the heart of Parliament
Bira is at the forefront of championing the cause of independent traders and shopkeepers across Britain.
Our campaigns cover a wide spectrum of issues crucial to the success of independent traders including:
- Combatting the rising tide of retail crime
- Advocating for changes in legislation that promote fairness and flexibility
- Fighting for fairer business rates
- Overall reducing the regulatory burden
- £1 billion damages claim against Amazon by UK retailers
Catch up on key industry insights with podcast episodes available now
High Street Matters will discuss crucial subjects such as consumer trends, relevant government legislation, business rates, parking and staffing, providing top tips to help to help businesses stay ahead of the retail curve.
We’re talking to a cross section of our members from across the UK, from single retail outlets to small chains, and from large department stores to leisure and hospitality.
Listen to the series, available now.
Richie Chan/stock.adobe.com
Latest News
Read more-
Indie retailer that 'evolved from sportswear to fashion' celebrating 70 years on the high street
Independent fashion retailer Hurleys, a long-standing Bira member, is marking an impressive 70 years on the high street this month.
-
Bira calls for action on VAT fraud and duty-free loophole
Bira has welcomed Amazon's call for urgent reform to tackle widespread VAT fraud by overseas sellers and is urging the Government to go further.
-
Leading home, gift and fashion retail event Spring Fair returning in 2026
Leading UK showcase for home, gift, and fashion Spring Fair is returning to the NEC Birmingham from 1–4 February 2026, with registration now officially open.
-
Shoplifting soars 13% as independent retailers bear the brunt of retail crime crisis
Bira calls for urgent action as new ONS figures reveal 529,994 shoplifting offences recorded in year ending June 2025.