Written question asked by David Congdon (Conservative), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 5 June 1996. It was answered by Lord Selkirk of Douglas (Conservative) on Wednesday, 5 June 1996 on behalf of the Scottish Office.

Scottish Office

Question: What steps are being taken to protect shopkeepers and shops in Scottish cities and towns from vandalism and burglary. (Failed OPQ)

Answer: Mr. Congdon: To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what steps are being taken to protect shopkeepers and shops in Scottish cities and towns from vandalism and burglary.[30090] Lord James Douglas-Hamilton: Two key steps are "Operation Shopkeep", which is a campaign specifically against crime facing small shopkeepers, and our £4 million closed circuit television challenge competition, which will extend CCTV to more communities in Scotland.

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