The hard work and dedication of the security industry’s apprentices has been recognised by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA)’s Annual Apprentice Installer Awards 2010. The awards demonstrate the high standards that are expected of apprentices within the security industry and recognise excellence, quality of service and professionalism.From a strong selection of entries the following winners were selected: John Chapman of Chubb Electronic Security (overall winner), Callum Reeder of ADT Fire and Security (national winner) and Joseph Broomhead of Pentagon Fire and Security ...

G4S Risk Management, a leading provider of risk mitigation and secure support services, has appointed Julian Hartley as its new Financial Director. Julian starts on 19 July. Julian joins G4S from BT where, since March 2008, he has been seconded to the Department of Energy and Climate Change as Project Director for the procurement stage of the UK’s Carbon Capture and Storage Project.  Julian was responsible for formulating the commercial strategy for the procurement through to the negotiation of the risk reduction contracts signed in March 2010. Originally joining BT in 2006, Julian underto...

The national winners of the British Security Industry Association (BSIA)’s annual Security Personnel Awards were recognised today in an impressive ceremony attended by many key individuals from the security industry. The awards, which celebrate the excellent work and vital contribution that those working in the security industry are making across the country, were presented by Sir Paul Stephenson QPM, Commissioner of the Metropolitan Police Service, during the BSIA’s Annual Luncheon, which was sponsored by Securitas Security Services Ltd and was held at the London Hilton on Park Lane. BSI...

A selection of the finest individuals from the security industry have been recognised in the British Security Industry Association (BSIA)'s Chairman's Awards 2010. The prestigious awards distinguish those individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to the security industry over the past year and were presented in the following five categories: Contribution to the Industry, Contribution to Exporting, Contribution to Standards, Contribution to the Community and Contribution to Training. The award for Contribution to the Community went to Bryan Clayton, Community Liaison Officer at E...

Three valiant cash-in-transit couriers have been recognised by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) with Special Awards for Outstanding Service. The awards, sponsored by the Security Industry Authority (SIA), acknowledge particular courageous actions or commendable behaviour displayed by couriers during the course of their duties. BSIA Chief Executive, James Kelly, comments: “The cash-in-transit couriers that are receiving these awards today have demonstrated outstanding bravery in their line of work. They have been faced with extremely violent and traumatic situations and their...

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has appointed its new section chairmen following its Annual General Meeting held on the 14th July. BSIA Company Secretary, Alan Barwell, comments: "The success of the BSIA is not only achieved by the work of its staff but also the ongoing dedication from members who are willing to serve on the various committees and act as chairman. Every section has a voice on the Association's Council meaning that every area of membership has a voice in helping to shape the future of the BSIA and its work. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all o...

The plan, published yesterday, will make it easier for the public to hold the Home Office to account, as it sets out key future policies along with deadlines and 'milestones'. Published in all departments, the structural reform plans are part of the government’s commitment to transparency The Home Secretary said, ‘The draft Home Office structural reform plan sets out timings for our key policies, and includes milestones to which the public can hold us accountable. This is part of our commitment to transparent government. ‘We are determined to make accountability democratic, not bureau...

The plan, published yesterday, will make it easier for the public to hold the Home Office to account, as it sets out key future policies along with deadlines and 'milestones'. Published in all departments, the structural reform plans are part of the government’s commitment to transparency.The Home Secretary said, ‘The draft Home Office structural reform plan sets out timings for our key policies, and includes milestones to which the public can hold us accountable. This is part of our commitment to transparent government. ‘We are determined to make accountability democratic, not bur...

Following the informal consultation on whether a single generic SIA licence should be introduced, the SIA will not be developing a non sector-specific licence. Overall, feedback from the industry showed that while there was some interest in a more integrated approach, the option for a single generic licence card did not receive widespread support. At present, SIA licence cards are specific to each sector. Operatives working in more than one sector may need to be issued with multiple licences.The two options set out in the consultation were:To introduce a single generic licence card co...

Facebook and the Home Office-backed centre for child protection join forces to help make the internet safer for young users. Young Facebook users in the UK can report suspected grooming or inappropriate sexual behavior at the click of a button, thanks to a new online service launched today.The Child Exploitation and Online Protection (CEOP) Centre has worked with the popular social networking site to deliver the ‘ClickCEOP’ button that users can add to their homepage. It provides a constant source of help and reassurance and acts as a strong signal to friends, family and others that th...