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John MacAskill appointed new Director of Manpower & Export at BSIA

September 12th 2019 - British Security Industry Association appoints John MacAskill as the new Director of Manpower and Export. John has been with the BSIA since 2016 and is well known...

SIA to reduce fees for all individual licenses

11th September 2019 - SIA to reduce license fees for all individual licenses across all sectors for existing license holders as well as license renewals.

Door Supervisor Convicted and Fined for working after license revoked.

September 6th 2019 -Staffordshire door supervisor convicted and fined for working on a revoked license and being caught by SIA investigators.

Editorials

Smart support – how networked video can assist in suicide prevention

Lucas Young, Business Development Manager, Transportation, Axis Communications, examines the ways in which networked camera technology can support existing suicide countermeasures and prevention in a rail environment. T...

Lucas Young, Business Development Manager, Transportation, Axis Communications, examines the ways in which networked camera technology can support existing suic...

Posted: September 5, 2019

Mark Hobden – 6 Common Mistakes that Security Companies Make

In his first blog for Infologue.com, Mark Hobden, Business Continuity and Compliance Manager for Ultimate Security discusses what he believes are the 6 most common mistakes that security companies make. Mistakes are oft...

In his first blog for Infologue.com, Mark Hobden, Business Continuity and Compliance Manager for Ultimate Security discusses what he believes are the 6 most com...

Posted: July 4, 2019

Why Security Companies Should Be Thinking About Lights.

In his first blog for infologue.com, John Keohane, CEO of Verde LED, highlights how LED lighting can help businesses not only by reducing costs but also help from a security point of view “The LED Lighting industry ...

In his first blog for infologue.com, John Keohane, CEO of Verde LED, highlights how LED lighting can help businesses not only by reducing costs but also help fr...

Posted: July 2, 2019

Peter Webster – What the Interserve Situation teaches us about t...

Peter Webster - Chief Executive of Corps Security

Peter Webster – What the Interserve Situation teaches us about t...

By Peter Webster, Business Consultant "For many years I have been concerned that the security industry has become increasingly commoditised as multi-service contractors offer security as just another part of a bund...

By Peter Webster, Business Consultant "For many years I have been concerned that the security industry has become increasingly commoditised as multi-servi...

Posted: June 3, 2019

Bob Forsyth – Diversification is the Art of Long-term Sustainabi...

In his latest blog for infologue.com Bob Forsyth, Chief Executive Officer at Kings Security writes: "Every company in every sector has to diversify its offering to be competitive and offer continuous value for money...

In his latest blog for infologue.com Bob Forsyth, Chief Executive Officer at Kings Security writes: "Every company in every sector has to diversify its off...

Posted: May 15, 2019

Paul Barnard – The new walls of Cyber Security

In his first Blog for infologue Paul Barnard, Security Risk and Mitigation Director at Ward Security discusses the new virtual walls of security, the ever-evolving threats and the importance of regularly testing the ro...

In his first Blog for infologue Paul Barnard, Security Risk and Mitigation Director at Ward Security discusses the new virtual walls of security, the ever-evo...

Posted: May 9, 2019

Carl Palmer – Creativity in the Security Industry

In his latest blog for infologue.com Carl Palmer, Exec Chairman at CIS Security asks: "Have you left room for creativity in your security business? There is an increasing need for laterally thinking creative talent in...

In his latest blog for infologue.com Carl Palmer, Exec Chairman at CIS Security asks: "Have you left room for creativity in your security business? There is ...

Posted: March 29, 2019

David Ward – Protecting our businesses from Cyber attacks

In his latest blog for infologue.com David Ward, CEO at Ward Security writes: "Cybercrime is a growing threat not only across the UK but across the globe. In a global criminal world, investigations are more complex th...

In his latest blog for infologue.com David Ward, CEO at Ward Security writes: "Cybercrime is a growing threat not only across the UK but across the globe. In...

Posted: March 8, 2019

An Interview with Ken Palmer, Founder of CIS Security

Disclaimer: The views in this interview are those of Ken Palmer, and are not representative of Infologue or associated businesses. CIS is on the brink of an impressive 50 years in the security business. To celebra...

Disclaimer: The views in this interview are those of Ken Palmer, and are not representative of Infologue or associated businesses. CIS is on the brink of...

Posted: February 27, 2019

James Doyle – Technology in the changing world of security recru...

James Doyle, Co-Founder & Director at Broadstone in his first blog for infologue.com writes: "Temporary recruitment is on the rise and the security industry is no exception when it comes to adoption of the gig eco...

James Doyle, Co-Founder & Director at Broadstone in his first blog for infologue.com writes: "Temporary recruitment is on the rise and the security indus...

Posted: February 20, 2019

Bob Forsyth – Technology Advancement adds to Threat Landscape

In his latest blog for infologue.com Bob Forsyth, Chief Executive Officer at Kings Security writes: "The recent drone threat incidents at Gatwick and Heathrow have highlighted the way that the advancement of new tech...

In his latest blog for infologue.com Bob Forsyth, Chief Executive Officer at Kings Security writes: "The recent drone threat incidents at Gatwick and Heathr...

Posted: January 29, 2019

Infologue.com Top 30 UK Companies in the Regulated Security Sector 201...

Infologue.com Top 30 UK Companies in the Regulated Security Sector 201...

In 2018 we have seen some dramatic changes in the Top 30 List of regulated security companies, Which includes MITIE Plc’s acquisition of Vision Security Group from Compass Plc. Cardinal Security was bought out of admin...

In 2018 we have seen some dramatic changes in the Top 30 List of regulated security companies, Which includes MITIE Plc’s acquisition of Vision Security Group...

Posted: January 24, 2019

Industry News

John MacAskill appointed new Director of Manpower & Export at BSI...

12th September 2019 John, who has been with the BSIA since 2016, will be overseeing the Manpower sections in his new role. Additionally, he will be working closely with the Export Council to promote British security a...

12th September 2019 John, who has been with the BSIA since 2016, will be overseeing the Manpower sections in his new role. Additionally, he will be working c...

Posted: September 12, 2019

SIA to reduce fees for all individual licenses

September 11th 2019 On Tuesday 11th September 2019, the Security Industry Authority officially announced it's intention to lower the costs of all individual licenses. In a move which is unusual for a government regul...

September 11th 2019 On Tuesday 11th September 2019, the Security Industry Authority officially announced it's intention to lower the costs of all individual...

Posted: September 11, 2019

Door Supervisor Convicted and Fined for working after license revoked.

6th September 2019 On September 02, Kevin Warburton, a Staffordshire door supervisor was convicted and fined for working at Moorville Hall Hotel after his license had been revoked. Mr. Warburton, 50, of Stoke, pleaded ...

6th September 2019 On September 02, Kevin Warburton, a Staffordshire door supervisor was convicted and fined for working at Moorville Hall Hotel after his lice...

Posted: September 6, 2019

The OSPAs 2020 have opened nominations

Every year, the Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) celebrates the achievements of those organizations and individuals that exemplify the best of the security industry. Awards are given in a range of categori...

Every year, the Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) celebrates the achievements of those organizations and individuals that exemplify the best of th...

Posted: September 5, 2019

BSIA appoints new Managing Director for Skills for Security.

August 27th 2019 Skills for Security, an offshoot of the BSIA, aims to improve the standards of the security workforce by working with employers to offer apprenticeship security training courses and various levels of qu...

August 27th 2019 Skills for Security, an offshoot of the BSIA, aims to improve the standards of the security workforce by working with employers to offer appre...

Posted: August 27, 2019

What does the Biostar 2 scandal mean for security companies that use b...

Suprema’s Biostar 2 is a biometric lock system that is widely used and integrated into systems used by companies and organizations around the world. Of particular interest, the AEOS access control system which uses the...

Suprema’s Biostar 2 is a biometric lock system that is widely used and integrated into systems used by companies and organizations around the world. Of partic...

Posted: August 22, 2019

The International Professional Security Association (IPSA) celebrates ...

August 15th 2019 The IPSA is a trade association that has been representing individual and company members in the security industry for 60 years. To celebrate this achievement, they will be holding an anniversary lunc...

August 15th 2019 The IPSA is a trade association that has been representing individual and company members in the security industry for 60 years. To celebrat...

Posted: August 15, 2019

The Security Institute announces the appointment of new Vice Chairman

13th August 2019 The Security Institute (SyI) has just appointed Jonathan Shulten FSyl as their new Vice Chairman. Prior to this, Jonathan served on the institute’s Validation board for many years. The board is resp...

13th August 2019 The Security Institute (SyI) has just appointed Jonathan Shulten FSyl as their new Vice Chairman. Prior to this, Jonathan served on the inst...

Posted: August 13, 2019

Mitie’s latest acquisition demonstrates the importance of software t...

August 5th 2019 In their latest purchase on the acquisition trail, Mitie Security has acquired the cloud-based software developer Global Aware International Group (GAIG). Their aim in acquiring GAIG is to improve the ...

August 5th 2019 In their latest purchase on the acquisition trail, Mitie Security has acquired the cloud-based software developer Global Aware International ...

Posted: August 5, 2019

Manchester Security – Safe and Secure for Business 2019 will be held...

29th July 2019 Manchester Security – Safe and Secure for Business 2019 will returning to the City at St Ann's Church on Tuesday 8th October 2019. Organized by the Manchester City Centre Crime Prevention Panel, and s...

29th July 2019 Manchester Security – Safe and Secure for Business 2019 will returning to the City at St Ann's Church on Tuesday 8th October 2019. Organized...

Posted: July 29, 2019

A New Study Shows Massive Growth in the Global Security Market Over Th...

24th July, 2019 It is predicted that the global security market will expand to reach over $167 Billion by the year 2025. During the next 6 years the market’s Compund Annual Growth Rate is expected to be around 10.3%...

24th July, 2019 It is predicted that the global security market will expand to reach over $167 Billion by the year 2025. During the next 6 years the market�...

Posted: July 24, 2019

Tackling Economic Crime Awards nominations are closing soon.

The TECA awards, organized by the same team as the OSPAs, focus on the individuals and organisations who work to prevent and investigate Economic Crime. Nominations for the first annual Tackling Economic Crime Awards wil...

The TECA awards, organized by the same team as the OSPAs, focus on the individuals and organisations who work to prevent and investigate Economic Crime. Nominat...

Posted: July 4, 2019

Company News

Corps Security wins 5-Year, 3.6m annual contract with large multinatio...

Corps Security, an Infologue Top 30 regular, has announced the successful win of a £3.6m annual contract for the provision of security services. The five-year contract in with Tata Steel Europe and will cover multiple ...

Corps Security, an Infologue Top 30 regular, has announced the successful win of a £3.6m annual contract for the provision of security services. The five-year...

Posted: August 20, 2019

King Secure Technologies announces new appointment

Kings Secure Technologies has announced the appointment of Jamie Storey as their new Business Development Manager for the Southern Region. Jamie, who started out at Spectrum Access control, will be based in Kings’ Hert...

Kings Secure Technologies has announced the appointment of Jamie Storey as their new Business Development Manager for the Southern Region. Jamie, who started ou...

Posted: August 16, 2019

Securitas wins coveted 20,000 capacity entertainment venue contract

August 15th 2019 It has officially been announced that the 02 Arena 5-year security contract has been awarded to Securitas UK which kicked off in June. After a rigorous tender process, the 20,000 capacity entertainment ...

August 15th 2019 It has officially been announced that the 02 Arena 5-year security contract has been awarded to Securitas UK which kicked off in June. After a...

Posted: August 15, 2019

The Ashridge Group reaches the finals of the Buckinghamshire Business ...

August 2nd 2019 Aylesbury based facilities management company, the Ashridge Group, are amongst the finalists in this year’s Buckinghamshire Business Awards in 2 separate categories. Last year, Ashridge Group was award...

August 2nd 2019 Aylesbury based facilities management company, the Ashridge Group, are amongst the finalists in this year’s Buckinghamshire Business Awards i...

Posted: August 2, 2019

Kings Secure Technologies’ Graduate program brings new blood to the ...

Kings Secure Technologies has added two new members of staff through their flagship 18-month Graduate Scheme. The aim of this scheme is to develop a talent pipeline that will ensure that Kings have a young and creative w...

Kings Secure Technologies has added two new members of staff through their flagship 18-month Graduate Scheme. The aim of this scheme is to develop a talent pipe...

Posted: August 2, 2019

The Kingdom Services Group has just acquired Scottish security special...

The Kingdom Services Group has just acquired Scottish security special...

August 1st 2019 Dunedin who have built a sterling reputation in the Scottish regulated security sector over the last 7 years has been acquired by Kingdom Group Services. Kingdom seeks to leverage Dunedin's client rost...

August 1st 2019 Dunedin who have built a sterling reputation in the Scottish regulated security sector over the last 7 years has been acquired by Kingdom Group...

Posted: August 1, 2019

Corps Security & BNP Paribas sign new contract

On the 15th of July 2019, Corps Security confirmed that they have secured a three plus two year contract with the well known French bank, BNP Paribas. The contract is for the provision of integrated security services inc...

On the 15th of July 2019, Corps Security confirmed that they have secured a three plus two year contract with the well known French bank, BNP Paribas. The contr...

Posted: July 15, 2019

The Exclusec Group wins 3 year contract for the Spinning Gate Shopping...

The Spinning Gate Shopping Centre has announced that The Exclusec Group has been chosen for the provision of security and cleaning services moving forward. Following their successful completion of a 12 month contract fo...

The Spinning Gate Shopping Centre has announced that The Exclusec Group has been chosen for the provision of security and cleaning services moving forward. Fol...

Posted: July 12, 2019

12th July 2019 – Interserve announces their new Chairman

The Interserve Group Limited announced today, July 12th 2019 that Alan Lovell has been appointed as the new Chairman effective July 15th 2019. Alan is replacing Glyn Barker who has lead the company since March 2016. Mr....

The Interserve Group Limited announced today, July 12th 2019 that Alan Lovell has been appointed as the new Chairman effective July 15th 2019. Alan is replacin...

Posted: July 12, 2019

Axis Security’s ‘Mercury Security Team’ Wins the Sceptre Award F...

Every year, the Sceptre awards recognise exceptional companies and individuals who distinguish themselves through their work in the shopping centre industry. Chosen from thousands of nominations, Axis Security’s team ...

Every year, the Sceptre awards recognise exceptional companies and individuals who distinguish themselves through their work in the shopping centre industry. C...

Posted: July 12, 2019

Atlas UK Security Services tackles ‘County Lines’ as part ...

Recently, the practice of using children as drug mules known as 'County Lines' has been widely discussed in the press. This problem poses a growing threat to Britain's youth and presents educators and school administr...

Recently, the practice of using children as drug mules known as 'County Lines' has been widely discussed in the press. This problem poses a growing threat to ...

Posted: July 9, 2019

Consortio Security announces partnership with student mental health ch...

Consortio Security, the Derby based private security firm, has just announced it’s support for the Student Minds mental health charity. Starting from the 1st of July 2019, Consortio will be donating a percentage of rev...

Consortio Security, the Derby based private security firm, has just announced it’s support for the Student Minds mental health charity. Starting from the 1st ...

Posted: July 9, 2019

Technology News

Interconnective officially launches its’ newly upgraded GDPR Com...

29th July 2019 Interconnective's The Partner Body Worn Video System (BWVS) has long been one of the main choices for the discerning security company when it comes to mobile video recording. This month they celebrate ...

29th July 2019 Interconnective's The Partner Body Worn Video System (BWVS) has long been one of the main choices for the discerning security company when it...

Posted: July 29, 2019

Broadstone app scale-up Celebrates Huge Revenue Growth and Office Move

Manchester-based security tech scale-up, Broadstone, is celebrating unprecedented growth as it reports a 300% increase in revenue in the past five months and a 700% increase in its user community in the past six months (...

Manchester-based security tech scale-up, Broadstone, is celebrating unprecedented growth as it reports a 300% increase in revenue in the past five months and a ...

Posted: June 3, 2019

Martin Ruda – An Innovative Approach to Defeating Cheque Fraud

In this Second Whitepaper of a two part series submitted to infologue Martin Ruda, Group Managing Director at The TALL Group of Companies explains how Cheque Fraud can be dampened with the introduction of ICS (Cheque I...

In this Second Whitepaper of a two part series submitted to infologue Martin Ruda, Group Managing Director at The TALL Group of Companies explains how Cheque ...

Posted: May 24, 2019

Gordon Madgwick – Fighting Cheque Fraud in the 21st Century

In his First Whitepaper of a two-part series submitted to infologue Gordon Madgwick, Director at Cheque Consultant writes on the matter of Cheque Fraud and how we might consider the possible risks associated with the Ban...

In his First Whitepaper of a two-part series submitted to infologue Gordon Madgwick, Director at Cheque Consultant writes on the matter of Cheque Fraud and how ...

Posted: May 23, 2019

ASSA ABLOY Offers Secure Education Solutions as the Number of Pupil Ex...

ASSA ABLOY High Security & Safety Group offers a range of locks and doors suited to the sensitive needs of Pupil Referral Units and pupils in care. The breadth of doorset solutions means the High Security & Sa...

ASSA ABLOY High Security & Safety Group offers a range of locks and doors suited to the sensitive needs of Pupil Referral Units and pupils in care. The b...

Posted: May 20, 2019

Openview Upgrades CCTV Security at Cardiff Airport

OpenView Security Solutions, the UK’S largest privately-owned independent security systems company and a national supplier of electrical and mechanical services, has completed a major upgrade to the CCTV security syste...

OpenView Security Solutions, the UK’S largest privately-owned independent security systems company and a national supplier of electrical and mechanical servic...

Posted: April 1, 2019

Marsolutions secures Association of Translation Companies (ATC) accred...

Marsolutions Limited (Marsolutions), a provider of specialised translation services to security sector customers, have announced that they have been awarded full regular membership of the Association of Translation Compa...

Marsolutions Limited (Marsolutions), a provider of specialised translation services to security sector customers, have announced that they have been awarded ful...

Posted: March 20, 2019

ATG Access partners with Bega Lighting UK to illuminate the security m...

ATG Access, the world’s leading innovator of road blockers, bollards and vehicle barrier systems, has announced a new partnership with light engineering specialist Bega Lighting UK. The German firm has been mastering ...

ATG Access, the world’s leading innovator of road blockers, bollards and vehicle barrier systems, has announced a new partnership with light engineering speci...

Posted: March 12, 2019

IFSEC International and Security & Counter Terror Expo to co-loca...

IFSEC International and Security & Counter Terror Expo to co-loca...

It has been revealed that next year will see IFSEC move to a brand new dateline of 19 - 21 May and welcome three prestigious events alongside it at ExCeL London; Security & Counter Terror Expo (SCTX), Ambition and ...

It has been revealed that next year will see IFSEC move to a brand new dateline of 19 - 21 May and welcome three prestigious events alongside it at ExCeL Lond...

Posted: February 27, 2019

Wavestore enters into collaboration with BCDVideo to launch new WR-Ser...

A new NVR solution launched by Wavestore utilises powerful video processing technology from BCDVideo. The Range of WRE-Seies NVRs have been engineered for the efficient processing and storage of video and are complementa...

A new NVR solution launched by Wavestore utilises powerful video processing technology from BCDVideo. The Range of WRE-Seies NVRs have been engineered for the e...

Posted: February 5, 2019

ASSA ABLOY acquires KEYper Systems in the US

ASSA ABLOY has signed an agreement to acquire KEYper Systems, a leading supplier of electronic and mechanical key management systems in the US, with a strong presence in the automotive segment. KEYper was established in ...

ASSA ABLOY has signed an agreement to acquire KEYper Systems, a leading supplier of electronic and mechanical key management systems in the US, with a strong pr...

Posted: January 15, 2019

Panasonic Cyber Security Platform Scoops IFSEC Excellence Award

Panasonic’s secure communication platform has been named as the holistic security system of the year at IFSEC’s Security & Fire Excellence Awards 2018. The package of cybersecurity deterrents was developed to mi...

Panasonic’s secure communication platform has been named as the holistic security system of the year at IFSEC’s Security & Fire Excellence Awards 2018. ...

Posted: November 22, 2018

Exclusives

The Infologue Security Podcast EP01 – SIA Chief Executive, Ian T...

August 16th 2019 The Infologue Security Podcast is our newest segment where we talk to the movers and shakers in the UK security industry. Each episode will have a new guest and will use either an interview or discussio...

August 16th 2019 The Infologue Security Podcast is our newest segment where we talk to the movers and shakers in the UK security industry. Each episode will ha...

Posted: August 15, 2019

EXCLUSIVE: ASIS UK Chairman interviewed by members of the security ind...

July 17th 2019 In this Infologue.com exclusive we facilitated the interview of David Clark, Chairman of ASIS UK. ASIS International is the world's largest organization for security professionals in the world, headquart...

July 17th 2019 In this Infologue.com exclusive we facilitated the interview of David Clark, Chairman of ASIS UK. ASIS International is the world's largest org...

Posted: July 17, 2019

ON THE GROUND: British Security Awards 2019, our impressions.

On July 10th Infologue attended the BSIA's Security Industry Awards 2019 at the JW Marriot Grosvenor Square Hotel. Historically, Infologue has been very active in working with the BSIA but during the previous administra...

On July 10th Infologue attended the BSIA's Security Industry Awards 2019 at the JW Marriot Grosvenor Square Hotel. Historically, Infologue has been very active...

Posted: July 17, 2019

ON THE GROUND: First Interview with new SIA Chief Executive

On June 26th, 2019, Infologue was invited by the Security Industry Authority (SIA) to do a press briefing with the SIA’s new Chief Executive, Ian Todd. The entire brief lasted just over an hour with the first ten min...

On June 26th, 2019, Infologue was invited by the Security Industry Authority (SIA) to do a press briefing with the SIA’s new Chief Executive, Ian Todd. The ...

Posted: July 2, 2019

EYES ON SmartSec Solutions with Managing Director, Theo Nicolaou

EYES ON is a new Infologue.com exclusive that aims to give readers an insight into security companies around the UK and the people behind them. Infologue.com visited SmartSec Solutions, who will, this year be celebratin...

EYES ON is a new Infologue.com exclusive that aims to give readers an insight into security companies around the UK and the people behind them. Infologue.com v...

Posted: June 19, 2019

ON THE GROUND: The City Security Council

On Wednesday the 29th of May 2019, infologue attended the launch of the City Security Council (CSC). I was invited to what I assumed would be the inauguration of a new acronym to add to the Security Industry’s growing ...

On Wednesday the 29th of May 2019, infologue attended the launch of the City Security Council (CSC). I was invited to what I assumed would be the inauguration o...

Posted: June 17, 2019

BSIA CEO interviewed by Key Security Industry Figures. PART 2

The BSIA has recently appointed Mike Reddington as their new Chief Executive following the departure of previous CEO, James Kelly. Infologue is proud to publish the first press interview with Mr. Reddington which hopes...

The BSIA has recently appointed Mike Reddington as their new Chief Executive following the departure of previous CEO, James Kelly. Infologue is proud to publi...

Posted: April 3, 2019

Infologue.com attends OSPAs Thought Leadership Summit 2019 – Part 4 ...

On Thursday, 28th of February, Infologue.com attended the OSPAs UK Thought Leadership Summit 2019 at the Royal Lancaster Hotel. In a Four-Part Series, summaries on each of the four speakers have now been released over ...

On Thursday, 28th of February, Infologue.com attended the OSPAs UK Thought Leadership Summit 2019 at the Royal Lancaster Hotel. In a Four-Part Series, summari...

Posted: March 15, 2019

Infologue.com attends OSPAs Thought Leadership Summit 2019 – Part 3 ...

On Thursday, 28th of February, Infologue.com attended the OSPAs UK Thought Leadership Summit 2019 at the Royal Lancaster Hotel. In a Four-Part Series, summari...

Posted: March 13, 2019

Infologue.com attends OSPAs Thought Leadership Summit 2019 – Part 2 ...

On Thursday, 28th of February, Infologue.com attended the OSPAs UK Thought Leadership Summit 2019 at the Royal Lancaster Hotel. In a Four-Part Series, summari...

Posted: March 12, 2019

Infologue.com attends OSPAs Thought Leadership Summit 2019 – Par...

On Thursday, 28th of February, Infologue.com attended the OSPAs UK Thought Leadership Summit 2019 at the Royal Lancaster Hotel. In a Four-Part Series, summaries...

Posted: March 8, 2019

BSIA CEO interviewed by Key Security Industry Figures. PART 1

The BSIA has recently appointed Mike Reddington as their new Chief Executive following the departure of previous CEO, James Kelly. Infologue is proud to publi...

Posted: February 21, 2019

Featured News

John MacAskill appointed new Director of Manpower & Export at BSIA

SIA to reduce fees for all individual licenses

Door Supervisor Convicted and Fined for working after license revoked.