Education sector


Merseyside schools upgrade security with end-to-end video surveillance systems

Two schools in Merseyside have upgraded their security with a video surveillance solution from IDIS and its integration partner Apex. Read More

‘Inadequate compartmentation’ revealed as reason behind Leeds student accommodation fire safety prohibition notices

Inadequate compartmentation was the reason behind prohibition notices served on five blocks of student accommodation in Leeds. 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

AUCSO reveals theme of ‘changing face of security in higher education’ for Annual Conference 2023

The Heriot-Watt University Conference Centre, in Edinburgh has been announced as the backdrop for this year’s 37th annual AUCSO Conference. Read More

One of Britain’s oldest boarding schools installs new security systems

The school sought a solution to deal with 900 students in 18 boarding houses which all require different access permissions. Read More

Improving fire safety in schools: Marlborough Science Academy

How Amthal worked to install a compliant early warning fire detection system in Marlborough Science Academy to improve fire safety. Read More

Keeping a watchful ‘AI’ on school safety

Examining the security challenges faced by US schools, and how AI-based video can support in creating a secure environment for staff and students. Read More

The Video Surveillance Report 2022

Download the 2022 Video Surveillance Report exploring trends in AI, software, cyber security and challenges ahead for video surveillance & CCTV. Read More

IFSEC Global Podcast: Episode 7 – Analysing school shootings, violence & threat prevention through behavioural psychology

Marisa Randazzo discusses her research into school shootings and violence prevention measures through the lens of behavioural psychology. Read More

Pennsylvania schools expand use of AI-based gun detection platform across entire district

PENNCREST School District has announced it is expanding its use of an AI-based gun detection video analytics platform across its district. Read More

How technology is being implemented in UK schools to improve security

How ambitious can those tasked with securing facilities, staff and students be about implementing security measures? IFSEC Global reports. Read More

Preventing the next cyber attack incident at your local school

Highlighting growing cyber challenges faced by schools and exploring what security teams can do to prepare for and combat the threats. Read More

What can be done to better fire safety in schools?

In June, the FIA held an exclusive seminar at Informa’s Blackfriars HQ regarding fire safety in schools. IFSEC Global reports on the event. Read More

Campus gun threat – what’s the right response?

Darren Chalmers-Stevens reflects on the firearms challenge facing universities and colleges in the United States. Read More

Record attendance at AUCSO 2022 Conference as programme focuses on evolving security risks

Held at the University of Leeds, the 36th Annual AUCSO Conference focused on evolving risks and the topical aspects impacting on security. Read More

Protecting educational campuses with a converged security operation

How can educational facilities be better secured and protected by a converged security centre operation? Read More



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