AUCSO reveals theme of ‘Unveiling the Added Value of Security Services’ for its 40th Annual Conference 2024
January 23, 2024
Unveiling the Added Value of Security Services has been announced as this year’s theme at the Association of University Chief Security Officers Conference 2024. Read More
Corporate physical security: Is your organisation in safe hands?
January 4, 2024
Violent crime, incivility, and public disorder are on the rise. Office managers are dealing with increased levels of workplace violence. At […] Read More
Risk management strategy: Utilising your workforce
January 2, 2024
It is well recognised that effective risk management is based on a combination of good leadership and employee engagement. A […] Read More
Martyn’s law and key steps for businesses to consider
December 29, 2023
Sarah Valentine, Partner at law firm Eversheds Sutherland, discusses Martyn’s law and key steps for businesses to consider through ‘PROTECT’. Read More
The different ways to use a car security GPS tracker
December 14, 2023
The GPS device industry has a global value upwards of $1 billion. That figure has been predicted to climb to $4.93 billion by 2028. Read More
Beyond security: How access control and video analytics can generate business intelligence
December 13, 2023
How do you measure the harms averted from security incidents that didn’t occur due to the deterrent effect of your […] Read More
The road from risk management to resilience in the age of crisis
December 11, 2023
Strategic business resilience is increasingly prized but myriad hurdles make for uneven progress. Broadly speaking, risk management is about identifying, evaluating and […] Read More
AUCSO launches free online training courses for members
November 20, 2023
Association of University Chief Security Officers has launched two interactive, free, online training courses for its members. Read More
The impact of Martyn’s Law and UK counter-terror strategy: Moving the goalposts for the security industry?
August 3, 2023
Investigating the anticipated impact of the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill, also known as Martyn's Law, on the UK security industry. Read More
‘Crimewave’ on construction sites as 9 out of 10 tradespeople victims of theft
July 5, 2023
Tradespeople are being warned to step up security as new research shows an increase of theft on construction sites in the UK. Read More
Hybrid working – how to keep people safe wherever they are – key insights from Peoplesafe’s Expo seminar
June 2, 2023
At Safety & Health Expo 2023 Peoplesafe's Freddie McGrath delivered a presentation on ensuring employee safety in today’s hybrid work environment. Read More
£2.25m fine for Serco after death of custody officer
June 2, 2023
Security firm, Serco, has been fined £2.25 million for health and safety failings following the death of custody officer Lorraine Barwell. Read More
Bidvest Noonan invests in robotics solution to support security operations
May 30, 2023
Bidvest Noonan has invested in an advanced robotics solution from Boston Dynamics to support security and safety operations. Read More
“Preparedness via behavioural detection training is critical to minimise risk to the general public”
April 21, 2023
Why behavioural detection training for security staff is a necessity for any venue or organisation going forwards. Read More
AUCSO announces Oliver Curran as new Chair and Geoff Brown as Vice Chair
April 19, 2023
Oliver Curran and Geoff Brown have been announced as new Chair and Vice Chair of the Association of University Chief Security Officers. Read More
British security industry bucks trend as demand for security officers soars
April 3, 2023
Demand for security officers in the UK is soaring with businesses recruiting an estimated 65,000 new security specialists over the last six months. Read More