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Member

Speaking in the House of Lords on 24 February 2026

Debate

Tobacco and Vapes Bill

Contribution

The noble Lord, Lord Sharpe, rightly said, and it is worth repeating, that violence and abuse against retail staff is never acceptable. The Crime and Policing Bill introduces a new offence of assaulting a retail worker to protect hard-working and loyal staff who are doing a job in their communities.

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