‘Companies within security must adopt policies that encourage diversity and inclusion’: In conversation with Sarah Cork
October 10, 2023
Sarah Cork speaks to IFSEC Insider about being part of the security community and the importance of diversity to the sector's future. Read More
Why Enterprise Security Risk Management should incorporate mental health and wellbeing processes
October 10, 2023
As a long-time advocate for ESRM and mental health, Mike Hurst explains why the two may be more closely linked than previously considered. Read More
Mental health champion raises money for veterans in security
July 21, 2023
After 717km cycled and 25,538ft of climb in Scotland, the Pyrenees and Wales, 78-year-old ex-Marine Jonathan Thomson completes his trip to raise funds for PTSD Resolution. Read More
Team Wall climbs Snowdon for Anxious Minds charity
June 28, 2023
Mark Wall, security specialist and founder of Wall2Wall Group, has raised over £600 for Anxious Minds alongside his daughter, Maddie. Read More
“We need to ensure standards keep up with innovation in the fire sector” In conversation with the FIA’s Ian Moore
April 24, 2023
Ian Moore, CEO of the Fire Industry Association, explains how the FIA represents its members and the association's priorities ahead. Read More
Podcast: Episode 12 – Figen Murray & Martyn’s Law, IFSEC and mental health in security
April 24, 2023
Hear the story behind Martyn's Law on episode 12 of the Security in Focus podcast, as well as an interview with Mates in Mind's Sarah Meek. Read More
‘Make it normal, make it supportive’: Talking mental health support with Mates in Mind’s Sarah Meek
April 5, 2023
IFSEC Global speaks to Sarah Meek, Managing Director at Mates in Mind about how workplace communication can positively impact mental health. Read More
Almost 20 million adults never speak about mental health – and it’s set to get worse due to the cost-of-living crisis
February 24, 2023
Almost 20 million adults never speak about mental health – and it’s set to get worse due to the cost-of-living crisis, research has revealed. Read More
IFSEC and FIREX welcome Mates in Mind
February 1, 2023
With the growing awareness of mental health challenges in security and fire, IFSEC and FIREX have announced a partnership with Mates in Mind. Read More
IFSEC Global Podcast: Episode 8 – Securing healthcare facilities during a pandemic and beyond
December 8, 2022
Join us for episode 8 of the IFSEC Global Security in Focus Podcast, as we discuss the challenges of securing the healthcare sector. Read More
Mental health and security officers: “Support is improving, but there is much to do”
October 10, 2022
Mike Hurst discusses the mental health challenges that many security professionals face, and what the wider industry can do to support. Read More
Security Minds Matter initiative launched to promote mental health and wellbeing best practice
September 27, 2022
The new initiative from the private security industry has been launched to promote the importance of good mental health in the sector. Read More
Mates in Mind calls on companies to start the conversation about mental health this World Suicide Prevention Day
September 12, 2022
UK charity Mates in Mind is calling on construction companies to start the conversation with their employees about mental health. Read More
Paxton begins fundraising for mental health charity Mind
June 22, 2022
Sussex-based Paxton has partnered with the charity Mind in Brighton & Hove, to raise funds for those suffering from mental health issues. Read More
“We are not alone” – Embracing change and transition to empower mental health conversations
May 11, 2022
During Mental Health Awareness Week 2022, Francesca Boeris, talks about focusing on the need to embrace change and transition. Read More
Report highlights impacts of building safety crisis on mental health of leaseholders
January 4, 2022
A study has revealed the impacts on the mental health of leaseholders who are stuck in their flats and face huge costs for remediation of fire safety issues. Read More