Canterbury businesses are making sure they're not forgotten as retailers grapple with crime across the country.

80 of the city's business owners have signed a letter asking the Government to hold offenders to account.

They're concerned the recent crime support announcements don't go far enough.

Canterbury Employers' Chamber Chief Executive Leeann Watson told Mike Hosking it's not unique to Christchurch, but they want to stop what they're seeing.

She says the current rules, regulations and consequences need to be reviewed to break the cycle.

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Canterbury businesses are making sure they're not forgotten as retailers grapple with crime across the country.
80 of the city's business owners have signed a letter asking the Government to hold offenders to account.
They're concerned the recent crime support announcements don't go far enough.
Canterbury Employers' Chamber Chief Executive Leeann Watson told Mike Hosking it's not unique to Christchurch, but they want to stop what they're seeing.
She says the current rules, regulations and consequences need to be reviewed to break the cycle.
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Best of Business is the home of all things business at Newstalk ZB, from morning market updates right through to incisive interviews with New Zealand’s top business leaders and decision makers. Whether you’re a small business owner or interested in what’s going on in the Big End of Town, this podcast encompasses the sharpest voices and minds in the world of business.

Best of Business is the home of all things business at Newstalk ZB, from morning market updates right through to incisive interviews with New Zealand’s top business leaders and decision makers.