Security Officer


Bidvest Noonan invests in robotics solution to support security operations

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”

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

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

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

BSIA renames newcomer award in memory of security operative Gaby Hutchinson

The BSIA has renamed its Best Newcomer category at the British Security Awards in memory of security operative Gaby Hutchinson. Read More

Training, pay-rates and protection for UK security operatives in 2023 – Opportunities for change?

Working the Doors details three key areas of the private security sector that require urgent attention to improve the industry. Read More

Over 1,000 staff in Manchester successfully complete Counter Terror training ahead of Protect Duty draft legislation

Ahead of the Protect Duty draft legislation introduction, over 1,000 staff in Manchester have taken the Action Counters Terrorism course. Read More

From low skilled danger to full trained role with potential: How the role of a security operative has transformed over the years

Andrew Hallam shares his thoughts on how the role of the security operative has transformed in the years since he began in the profession. Read More

First UK apprenticeship for frontline security professionals launched

The BSIA, Skills for Security and SecuiGroup have launched the UK’s first apprenticeship for frontline security professionals. Read More

IPSA appoints new EDI&W Director

The International Professional Security Association (IPSA) has appointed Riyaz Somani as their new Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Welfare (EDI&W) Director. Read More

The ‘heartbeat of the industry’: IPSA highlights mental health and physical assault as major concerns for frontline security officers

New IPSA CEO, Satia Rai, discusses her commitment to the welfare of frontline security professionals with IFSEC Global. Read More

“Pay as little as 35p per hour” – Further concerns raised about treatment of security guards in Qatar on eve of 2022 FIFA World Cup

Further revelations regarding the treatment of security officers in Qatar at the 2022 FIFA World Cup indicate poor working conditions. Read More

“62,000 new security officers needed to meet demand” – BSIA launches campaign to drive recruitment in professional security industry

To meet demand the BSIA has launched a national initiative to increase awareness of the crucial work that security officers carry out. Read More

Security and media industry elevate collaborative efforts at first IPSA-NUJ roundtable

Following the launch of new guidance for improved frontline media and security relations, the first IPSA-NUJ roundtable was held in October. Read More

A ship without a compass…? Why healthcare security managers are keen to fix problems caused by de-regulation

Roger Ringham examines how the sector can look to combat the impact of de-regulation on security management standards. Read More

Declining payrates for door supervisors – “Rarely have so many, done so much, for so little”

Highlighting concerns over declining payrates for security professionals, and in particular door supervisors, revealing shocking findings. Read More



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