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SIA Fee Changes for Licensing and ACS The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has announced changes to its fee structure for licensing and Approved Contractor Scheme (ACS) services following its annual statutory review of costs. The changes take effect on 1 June 2026. The update affects both ACS annual registration fees and the conditions under which … Read more
ACT Awareness Training Update ProtectUK has updated its ACT Awareness training programme, with a new version replacing the existing e-learning module as part of its ongoing counter-terrorism training refresh cycle. ACT Awareness is the UK’s baseline counter-terrorism training package used across the security industry, public sector organisations, and private sector duty holders. It is designed … Read more
The hidden cost of Middle East instability for Britain’s private security industry There is a tendency, when geopolitical tension rises in the Middle East, to focus on energy markets, shipping routes, or defence spending. Yet changes in regional stability are being felt far from the Strait of Hormuz, inside Britain’s close protection industry in ways … Read more
UK Threat Level Adjustment: Operational Implications for Security Teams Changes to the UK threat level generate significant public attention, particularly following major incidents or periods of increased tension. Within the security sector, however, the focus is usually on operational readiness, staffing, communication, and protective security procedures. For security teams, supervisors, close protection operatives, and organisations … Read more
UK Threat Level Raised SEVERE The UK national terrorism threat level was raised from SUBSTANTIAL to SEVERE following the attack in Golders Green, on the 29th April. JTAC confirmed that the change reflects an assessment that a terrorist attack is now highly likely. SEVERE is the second-highest level on the UK threat scale. It does … Read more
Security Documentation Pack (Early Access) – UK Site Paperwork System Most security site paperwork is inconsistent, unclear, or built on outdated templates that don’t reflect how modern sites actually operate. Assignment instructions vary from site to site. Incident reports are filled out differently depending on who is on shift. Handover notes are often rushed or … Read more
What Happens During Physical Intervention Training (SIA Course UK) Physical intervention training is one of the parts of the SIA Door Supervisor course that many people feel nervous about before starting. In reality, it is designed to be safe, controlled, and suitable for beginners with no prior experience in security or physical training. This guide … Read more
What Clients Actually Expect From a Professional Security Company Most clients are not looking for the “toughest” security company.They’re looking for a company that feels organised, reliable, professional, and low-risk to work with. In many cases, the difference between winning and losing contracts has nothing to do with physical capability, it comes down to communication, … Read more
Security Company Policies You Actually Need (UK Guide) Running a security company involves far more than deploying licensed staff. Professional security operations rely on clear procedures, documented policies, and consistent reporting standards. These documents help ensure staff understand their responsibilities, incidents are handled correctly, and the company can demonstrate professionalism to clients. For smaller or … Read more
The Reality of Starting a UK Security Company in 2026 Starting a security company in the UK is often seen as a natural progression for experienced operatives. After years in guarding, Close Protection, or corporate roles, setting up independently can appear to be the next logical step. But the reality in 2026 is straightforward: the … Read more