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Motion · S7M-00650 · 14 Jul 2026

Federation of Independent Retailers

Lodged by Kim Schmulian (Reform UK ) Standard Motion 14 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament recognises the contribution that the Federation of Independent Retailers makes in supporting shopkeepers on high streets up and down the country; recognises the reported challenges currently faced by independent retailers in terms of shoplifting costs, anti-social behaviour, preventative security, surging prices due to fuel costs involved in production and delivery, non-domestic rates, as well as challenges of a changing HR landscape, and believes that such businesses need enhanced police-business partnerships, security equipment grants to deter criminal activity and promote safety, properly resourced trading standards officers and visible neighbourhood policing.

Supporters (14)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.