Skills for Security has revealed the eight outstanding finalists advancing to the WorldSkills UK 2025 Fire & Security competition – a prestigious national event spotlighting the next generation of skilled professionals in the sector. This annual competition serves as a launchpad for rising talent and plays a key role in raising industry standards, while also showcasing the dynamic and fulfilling career paths within fire and security. “WorldSkills UK gives apprentices the chance to put their skills to the test in a real-world environment, where technical ability, attention to detail a...

Skills for Security has announced the appointment of Gavin Wilson as Head of Sales. The move aligns with the organisation’s broader efforts to support workforce development and address industry skills requirements. Gavin Wilson brings close to two decades of experience within the security sector, having worked across a range of businesses including national service providers and local installation firms. His background offers insight into the operational and workforce challenges faced by the sector. Commenting on his new role, Gavin Wilson said: “This is an opportunity to be part of some...

On March 10th 2025, Abdullah Tanoli was appointed as the International Professional Security Association (IPSA)’s first Front-Line Ambassador. IPSA is a UK-based security association that provides support, training, and representation for professionals working in the security and fire industries. Founded in 1958, it aims to promote high standards, professionalism, and best practices within the security sector.This new role will see Abdullah sit on the executive board of IPSA and be responsible for four key areas. Advocate for Security Professionals: Represent and raise aw...

Infologue.com Editor-in-Chief, Byron Logue, has been invited to serve as the judge for the Charity, Not-for-Profit, and Social Enterprise Award at the upcoming Salisbury Business Excellence Awards 2025. This prestigious award aims to recognize organizations that have made significant contributions to their beneficiaries, highlighting their valuable services within the community.Byron Logue has been a prominent figure in the security industry since 2018, when he took over Infologue.com and Interconnective Security Products. Under his leadership, the company has specialized in developing adv...

The Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) in association with the National Security Inspectorate (NSI) announces the full programme for the seventh Thought Leadership Summit taking place on 20th February 2025. This annual event, firmly established in the security calendar, provides an unparalleled platform to debate, confront and challenge the many issues that face the sector.This year’s Summit is once again packed with a compelling line-up of hot topics covering a wide range of subjects relevant to the whole industry; all security leaders are encouraged to attend and contribut...

The finalists for the ninth edition of the UK Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) have now been revealed. The OSPAs are widely regarded as the most prestigious accolades within the security sector, established to acknowledge and recognise the invaluable contributions of companies, individuals, and technology in keeping us all safe.The awards are founded on strong ethical principles and are actively supported by numerous key industry bodies and special interest groups. These organisations nominate judges to represent them, including ADS, ASC, ASIS, ATMIA, AUCSO, BSIA, COLCPA, Ci...

Mercury Training Contributes to Development of Level 2 Professional Security Operative ApprenticeshipMercury Training, a provider of apprenticeship programmes within the security sector, has announced the official approval of the new Level 2 Professional Security Operative apprenticeship by the UK government. This development comes as Paige Braun, an apprentice from OCS, became the first person in the country to complete the new standard. The approval of this apprenticeship is seen as a key step in creating pathways for new entrants and advancement opportunities for those already working i...

Andy Schofield, Chief Technology Officer at Reliance High-Tech, has recently taken on the role of Chair for the British Security Industry Association’s (BSIA) Special Interest Group (SIG) on AI and Biometrics. The BSIA, a leading trade association in the UK for the professional security industry, supports excellence within the sector and runs various SIGs to address specific industry challenges.Established in 2020, the AI and Biometrics SIG aims to foster customer confidence in the secure, ethical, and effective use of AI and biometric technologies within the security sector. The groupâ€...

The Salisbury Chamber of Commerce has announced their inaugural Salisbury Security Forum 2024 to be held on November 28th at The Guildhall from 4pm to 6pm.The event will bring business owners and stakeholders from the Salisbury and Wiltshire area to meet with the people and organisations who are responsible for keeping them safe on a daily basis.The Keynote will be delivered by Superintendent Douglas Downing who is responsible for all business crime prevention in Salisbury. He will be laying out the Wiltshire Police strategy for business crime for the next two years, following which, t...

Over one hundred venues have expressed support for Martyn's Law, a legislative proposal aimed at enhancing public safety measures against terrorist attacks, as Members of Parliament discuss it in Parliament. This initiative, part of the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill, is named in memory of Martyn Hett, who lost his life, along with 21 others, in the 2017 Manchester Arena attack. Martyn’s mother, Figen Murray, has actively campaigned for this legislation.The proposed bill, which has garnered backing from a variety of public venues, including McDonald’s and Slug and Lettuce, wi...