How to Find Close Protection Work (UK & International, 2026) Finding consistent Close Protection work can be one of the biggest challenges for new and experienced operatives alike. In 2026, the market is more competitive than ever, and understanding where, how, and for whom you can work is key to building a profitable career. This … Read more
🇬🇧 UK Close Protection: The Complete 2026 Guide Close Protection in the UK is a highly specialised security discipline, demanding professionalism, continuous training, and operational competence. This guide consolidates everything an operative, whether new or experienced, needs to know about roles, licensing, training, equipment, operational planning, and career development in 2026. It’s designed as a … Read more
New SIA Refresher Training Requirements for Close Protection Operatives (2026 Guide) Updated November 2025 — Mandatory from April 2026 The SIA has officially announced new mandatory refresher training for Close Protection Operatives (CPOs).This training becomes: Available: 1 October 2025 Mandatory for licence renewals: 1 April 2026 This marks one of the biggest changes to CP … Read more
Close Protection CV & Portfolio Guide (2026) A strong CV and professional portfolio are essential for UK Close Protection operatives in 2026. Whether you’re applying to a CP company, pitching as a freelancer, or exploring international opportunities, your CV needs to reflect not just qualifications, but experience, skills, and professionalism. This guide explains how to … Read more
Executive Protection vs Close Protection If you’ve worked in UK security for any length of time, you’ll know the term Close Protection (CP) inside out. It’s the official SIA-regulated role, it’s what appears on your licence, and it’s the standard title used across the British security industry. But when you start looking at opportunities overseas, … Read more
Close Protection Medical Training – UK (2026 Guide) Medical skills are one of the biggest differentiators between an average Close Protection Operative and a genuinely employable one. In the UK market, clients (and CP companies) increasingly expect operatives to hold more than just basic First Aid, and in 2026, standards are shifting again with the … Read more
Close Protection Training Providers UK (2026 Guide) Choosing the right Close Protection training provider is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make in your security career. A good course can open doors, build confidence, and give you the skills you need to land your first CPO role. A bad course? It can cost thousands and … Read more
Close Protection Operative (CPO) Career Guide – UK (2026) Becoming a Close Protection Operative isn’t like getting a Door Supervisor or Security Guard licence. It’s a higher-level qualification, a longer course, and a very different type of work. Whether you want to work in corporate protection, celebrity/private client security, or overseas contracts, here’s everything you … Read more