USDAW's 'freedom from fear' campaign

Shopworkers' union USDAW has launched a campaign to rid the high street of violent robbers and abusive customers. USDAW deputy general secretary John Hannett said: "Employees deserve to work in a safe environment, but with more than 20,000 staff physically attacked last year and more than 30,000 threatened or abused, our members are saying enough is enough." The union is to survey members in the new year, launch a nationwide petition and table an early day motion in parliament.