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How much is spent on Halloween?
Halloween has grown into a major retail event in the UK. While specific figures for 2026 are not yet available, consumer spending on costumes, decorations, and sweets has steadily increased over recent years. This commercialisation contributes to the widespread participation in trick-or-treating, making police efforts to manage it more challenging.
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