Some of the countries biggest supermarkets and retailers have brought about strict new laws that will affect all shoppers. These include Asda, Aldi, Tesco, Lidl, M&S, Morrisons, Sainsbury's and Iceland.
Shoppers in high-street stores Home Bargains, Primark, TK Maxx and B&M will also be affected by the new rules.
The Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Act has introduced tougher penalties for shoppers who attack any shop workers.
