On September 14, 2023, at Hastings Magistrates Court, Zac Morgan and his company, First Choice (Sussex) Security Ltd, were prosecuted by the Security Industry Authority (SIA) for supplying unlicensed security services.Zac Morgan, along with his company, pleaded guilty to supplying unlicensed security. Morgan was fined £2,000 and ordered to pay £1,304.25 in prosecution costs. First Choice (Sussex) Security Ltd was fined £6,000 and ordered to pay £1,304.25 in prosecution costs as well.Howard Morrison was prosecuted for working as an unlicensed security operative. He was fined £1,500...

On September 11, 2023, Adewale Balogun, a man without a valid Security Industry Authority (SIA) license, was sentenced for multiple offenses related to fraud. These charges included fraud by false representation, using a false instrument, and possessing a false identity document when attempting to work as a licensed operative during two separate events in the previous summer.Balogun received a six-month imprisonment term for using a false instrument, three months for possessing a false identity document, and another three months for fraud by false representation. These sentences were concu...

Bidvest Noonan, a leading provider of facilities services encompassing cleaning and security in the UK and Ireland, has made two notable appointments: Chris Cunningham as Innovation Manager and Nina Delia as Environmental Manager. These appointments reflect the organization's commitment to fostering innovation and environmental sustainability.Chris Cunningham, an experienced Business Innovation Specialist with a background in Coaching, Change Management, and Programme Management, assumes the role of Innovation Manager. In this capacity, he will lead efforts to develop innovative solutions...

On Tuesday, September 12th, an individual named Paul Haywood Dowson received a sentence for his involvement in unauthorized work as a door supervisor at a licensed establishment in South Wales. The sentence imposed upon him includes a 12-month Community Rehabilitation Order, along with a 10-day Rehabilitation Activity Requirement (RAR). Additionally, he was fined £500, and a Victim Surcharge of £114 was imposed, in addition to a contribution of £2,587.50 toward prosecution costs.Mr. Dowson served as a security operative at a licensed establishment in Tenby from November 2021 to June 202...

According to the 'World Security Report' published by G4S, the largest security-related challenge anticipated by businesses in Europe for the upcoming year is economic unrest. This report is based on a survey conducted among 1,775 Chief Security Officers (CSOs) in 30 countries, representing global companies with a total revenue exceeding $20 trillion.Within Europe, the survey involved 447 CSOs from eight countries, namely Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Estonia, France, Germany, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. The findings reveal that 42% of respondents expect economic unrest to be t...

In the 'World Security Report' published by G4S, it was found that violent criminals represent a significant threat to UK companies over the next 12 months, surpassing the levels reported in other surveyed European countries.The study involved 1,775 Chief Security Officers (CSOs) from 30 countries, representing large global companies with a combined revenue exceeding $20 trillion. In the UK, 42% of respondents reported concerns about potential threats from violent criminals. This percentage was notably higher than the global and European averages, which stood at 33% and 30%, respectively...

According to the inaugural World Security Report, a combined revenue loss of $1 trillion was experienced by large, global corporations in 2022 due to physical security incidents. The report highlights that economic instability is projected to be the most significant security-related concern over the next 12 months, representing a substantial increase from the previous year.The study also reveals that companies are anticipating a surge in threats and risks, including social unrest, climate change, fraud, and theft. Consequently, it is expected that budgets allocated for physical security wi...

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has issued a request to the UK government, seeking clarification regarding its plans to address the vacancy created by the recent departure of the Biometric & Surveillance Camera Commissioner (B&SCC) and the subsequent dissolution of the office.Fraser Sampson, the present commissioner, is scheduled to remain in his role until the end of October. After his tenure concludes, the responsibilities associated with the position are anticipated to be assimilated by the Investigatory Powers Commissioner. This transition is slated to occur un...

Arsenal Football Club, recognized as one of the major professional football clubs worldwide, has opted to extend its security vetting agreement with Mitie for an additional duration of five years. The expansion of this contract entails the ongoing provision of crucial vetting services encompassing background assessments, assessments of criminal records, and checks through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).In line with its status as a prominent football establishment with a rich history and significant influence, Arsenal places notable importance on the security and well-being of its...

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has welcomed Paddy Kyle as its new Chief Commercial Officer. With 25 years of commercial experience in the fire and security sector, Paddy has a specialization in leading sales teams and has successfully aligned marketing strategies with sales objectives in previous roles, including at Texecom.In his new position, Paddy will focus on driving membership retention and accelerating membership growth, collaborating closely with the Marketing/Communications and Membership teams. He will assume his responsibilities at the beginning of August and w...