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Co-op adds all its stores to nationwide ‘Safe Spaces’ scheme

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Co-op has this week added its stores to the National Business Crime Centre (NBCC) scheme which aims to provide provision in the retail sector for anyone feeling unsafe or vulnerable when out and about on the UK’s streets. Also known as Operation Portum, the NBCC…

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