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Retail staff offered free training on how to deal with abuse

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UK shop workers and delivery drivers can get free training on how to handle retail abuse and violence next month. The charity Retail Trust is running three online sessions in partnership with retail technology provider Sensormatic Solutions to help retail staff deal with soaring levels…

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