Recent terrorist attacks in Istanbul and Paris are a timely reminder that law enforcement must continue to be vigilant.
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New counter-terrorism partnership aims for a safer Scotland
A new integrated counter-terrorism initiative aims to build stronger public/ private partnerships to make Scotland safer from terrorism.
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Fake Security Companies Asking For Advanced Fees
There has been a recent increase in adverts for fictitious security companies who advertise security jobs, and then ask for training or licensing fees to be paid in advance.
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Father and son prosecuted after ignoring SIA warnings
On 3 November Stephen and Brett Stocks of Fort Security plead guilty and were sentenced for working without a licence at Sheffield Magistrates Court.
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Former ACS company Elite Security (NW) Ltd sentenced for deploying unlicensed guards
On 1 November, Elite Security (NW) Ltd and David Halliwell were found guilty and sentenced for deploying unlicensed guards.
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Door supervisor under investigation prosecuted for working on a suspended licence
Dale Meakins, a door supervisor found guilty and sentenced for working without a licence, at Wigan and Ince Magistrates Court.
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Olympic security company sentenced after SIA push for retrial
On 1 November Platinum UK Facilities Management Ltd and its director, Lolo Daniels were sentenced for deploying unlicensed guards following a retrial.
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SIA begins new initiative with Nottingham City Council and Nottinghamshire Police to Combat Child Sexual Exploitation
SIA has begun a new initiative to raise awareness amongst private security companies of Child Sexual Exploitation.
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Our SIA investigators successful as Platinum UK Facilities Management Ltd found guilty after retrial
On 4 October Platinum UK Facilities Management Ltd were found guilty of deploying unlicensed guards following a retrial.
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Winners of the Women in Security Awards Announced
The security industry came together in London on 22 September to celebrate the growing contribution women make to the sector.
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