Crime Doesn’t Pay: How the SIA Uses POCA to Hunt Rogue Operators
The private security industry in the UK is built on trust, safety, and strict regulation. When individuals or companies choose to ...
The Public Speaks: What Do People Really Think of Security Guards?
Public perception of the security industry is changing fast. Recent research conducted by BMG on behalf of the Security Industry A...
Keeping Freshers Safe: A Security Guard’s Guide to Protecting Students
Freshers Season is one of the busiest and most challenging times for the UK security industry. Every year, thousands of new studen...
New Year, New Rules: The 2026 Update to SIA Criminality Criteria
If you are working in the private security industry, 2026 is a year of major regulatory shifts. The Security Industry Authority (S...
Behind the Scenes: How the SIA Keeps UK Festivals Safe
The UK festival season is legendary. From the muddy fields of Glastonbury to the high-energy crowds at Reading Festival and the BB...
Spiking Awareness: The Skills Every Birmingham Door Supervisor Needs Now
The nightlife in Birmingham is legendary. From the packed bars on Broad Street to the underground clubs in Digbeth, the city is a ...
SIA Qualifications 2026: The Big Shake-up is Coming (And It’s Good News)
Things are changing in the UK security industry. If you are working in security or looking to start your career in Birmingham, you...
Don’t Get Scammed: How to Spot a Dodgy Security Training Provider in 2026
The security industry in the UK is growing fast. As we head into the middle of 2026, more people than ever are looking to start ca...
State-Backed Cyber Threats: Is Your Team Ready for the 2026 “Digital Frontline”?
It is Tuesday, 28th of April 2026. If you are running a business or working in security today, the world looks very different than...
Spring 2027 Countdown: 5 Things Every Business Must Do Before Martyn’s Law Goes Live
The clock is officially ticking. As of today, Tuesday, 28th of April 2026, we are exactly one year away from the anticipated "...