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Marks & Spencer Blasts Mayor Khan Over Rising Crime

4/2/2026

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  • Marks & Spencer officials criticized London Mayor Sadiq Khan for inadequate crime control after Clapham incidents.
  • Retail director Thinus Keeve of Marks & Spencer urged stronger policing, noting ammonia attacks on staff.
  • Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp condemned Labour's lack of a crime reduction plan.
  • Labour MP Bell Ribeiro-Addy expressed concern over unrest.
  • Similar disturbances in Birmingham prompted Crime and Policing Minister Sarah Jones to call for tougher shoplifting powers.