A national investigative journalist has approached BIRA regarding a concerning trend – the theft of retail items which are subsequently resold both online and in physical locations.
He is after a chat to discuss ways of highlighting the issue for TV/Radio/Online. As the voice of independent retailers across the UK, we’re reaching out to understand if this issue affects our community.
Have you experienced:
- Items being stolen from your store?
- Discovering your stolen merchandise being resold on online platforms like Facebook Marketplace?
- Finding your products reappearing in other local shops or markets?
- Confronting individuals or businesses involved in such activities?
This appears to be a growing problem that law enforcement resources are struggling to address effectively. Your experiences could help shed light on these illegal reselling networks and contribute to our ongoing efforts to combat retail crime.
Please share your insights by emailing Claire.fry@bira.co.uk
