Mental health


“We need to ensure standards keep up with innovation in the fire sector” In conversation with the FIA’s Ian Moore

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

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

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

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

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

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”

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

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

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

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

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

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

“1/3 of self-employed construction workers are living with anxiety”, according to research by Mates in Mind and the IES

According to a new study, construction workers are experiencing high levels of mental stress due to poor work-life balance and COVID-19. Read More

University of Glasgow – How its award-winning security team are tackling diversity, hate crime and gender-based violence

IFSEC Global catches up with the team to discuss their recent Security Manager of the Year Award win at the SFE Awards. Read More

“We’ve got the right people, we’ve got the right technology, now, let’s put them together and look after our students” – Collaborative campus safety in Manchester

IFSEC Global speaks to professionals at CriticalArc and Salford University about how the SafeZone app is being recieved and future plans for expansion. Read More

SME owners urged to be more aware of their mental health and seek help when necessary, following World Mental Health Day

The turbulence caused by the pandemic has altered the business landscape significantly according to The Accountancy Partnership. Read More



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