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A Lincolnshire baker is shutting down his honesty box after relentless thefts—eleven times his cash box has been emptied, including a viral clip of a thief flipping off the camera while stealing $150 worth of cake. Forced to remove cash, lock the shed at night, and replace it with a staffed trailer, McCann says the losses are soul-destroying. He’s not alone: kids, farmers, and bakery owners across Britain report similar thefts, sparking fears that trust is fading. But experts argue Britain isn’t becoming less honest—crime was worse in wartime, and thefts often stem from poverty or addiction. While honesty boxes face real challenges, security like CCTV can help, and small, neighborhood setups still work. The future? A careful balance of trust and practical safeguards.

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