The National Business Crime Centre (NBCC) has announced that this year's Safer Business Action (SaBA) Week will take place from 9 November, bringing together police forces, business groups and security partners in a nationwide effort to tackle retail crime and anti-social behaviour.
The annual week of action, coordinated by the NBCC, will see police, Business Crime Reduction Partnerships (BCRPs), Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) and private security firms working together to target prolific offenders, provide crime prevention advice and conduct joint patrols in retail and business areas.
The announcement follows a successful 2025 campaign, which resulted in more than 1,100 arrests nationwide. Police and partners also carried out over 160 days of activity involving more than 4,200 police officers and Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs).
Retail crime remains a key concern for convenience retailers and high street businesses, with shop theft and abuse of shopworkers continuing to place pressure on stores across the UK.
Superintendent Lisa Maslen, NBCC lead, said the week of action had become an important opportunity to strengthen collaboration between law enforcement and the business community.
"The NBCC Week of Action continues to be a key moment in the calendar for policing, partners, and the wider business community," she said.
"Last year delivered strong outcomes, not only in terms of arrests and convictions, but also through strengthening long-term relationships and trust with local businesses. With every police force across the country taking part, we are confident this year will see the same level of dedication and support once again."
As part of the initiative, businesses are being encouraged to support the ShopKind campaign by displaying materials, available to download here, in stores aimed at promoting respect for retail workers and reducing abuse towards shop staff.
The NBCC said updates from forces and partner organisations taking part in the operation will be shared throughout the week via its social media channels.