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
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 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
The National Protective Security Register (NPSR) Recent announcements from Counter Terrorism Policing and associated government bodies indicate changes in how protective security competence is being structured at a national level. These developments do not change SIA licensing requirements for Close Protection operatives. However, they are relevant in understanding how the wider protective security landscape is … Read more
Strategic Review of SIA Licence Qualifications Updated December 2025 The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has launched a strategic review of licence qualifications to ensure training and regulatory standards keep pace with modern security demands. This review affects Close Protection Operatives, door supervisors, CCTV operators, and other licensed professionals across the UK. Stay ahead of the … Read more
New SIA Refresher Training Requirements for Close Protection Operatives 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 licensing since … Read more