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Automation threatens shopworker jobs, says union

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Retail trade union Usdaw is worried that increased automation in retailing is leading to job losses. The union’s delegation to the Welsh Labour conference, which runs until 13 March in Llandudno, Clwyd, is seeking better protection for workers when new technology is introduced into stores. Automation being introduced in c-stores includes self-scan tills and electronic …

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