BSIA - The British Security Industry Association Archive

Following the great success of the BSIA's Information Destruction Conference and Exhibition in May 2012, we are pleased to annouce that the event is returning again in June 2013. This one-day conference and exhibition is aimed at key decision makers in organisations that carry out the secure destruction of confidential material.

BSIA: Guidance on lone worker protection issued for transport sector employers

Demand for lone worker protection services by the UK’s transport sector is set to increase this year as employees face continued risk from physical violence, armed robbery and verbal threats, research carried out by the newly-launched Lone Worker Section of the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has revealed.

Patrick Dealtry appointed Chair of BSIA’s new Lone Worker Section

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) launched its newest section of membership at IFSEC International yesterday (Wednesday 15th May 2013), in recognition of the growing market for Lone Worker protection products and services.

BSIA appoints Baroness Henig as special advisor on regulatory change

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Baroness Ruth Henig as the Association’s special advisor on regulatory change.

BSIA unveils busy activity plan for IFSEC International 2013

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) - the trade body representing the UK's private security industry - has revealed its activity plan for this year's IFSEC International exhibition and conference, which takes place in Birmingham in less than one week's time (13 – 16 May 2013).

BSIA launches new Vacant Property Protection Group

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA), the industry voice for security products and services, has recently launched its newly created Vacant Property Protection Group, a sub-group of the BSIA’s Physical Security Equipment Section.

BSIA: Security industry welcomes new Home Office appointment

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has welcomed the Home Office’s appointment of Stephen Phipson as the new Director of Security Industry Engagement in its Office for Security and Counter Terrorism.

BSIA: CCTV user logbook updated to reflect industry changes

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has published a revised edition of its CCTV users’ logbook, to reflect recent developments relating to industry standards and governance.

BSIA welcomes House of Lords recommendation for greater export support for SMEs

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has welcomed the release of a new report entitled ‘Roads to Success: SME Exports’, published last month by the House of Lords Select Committee on Small and Medium Enterprises.

BSIA launches new guide to help put the brakes on bike theft

Bicycle theft is a growing problem across the UK, and in recognition of this, the Asset and Property Marking Section of the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has launched a helpful guide for cyclists to emphasise the importance of marking their bikes with forensic solutions in order to deter thieves.

BSIA: Local security professionals go ‘above and beyond'

The hard work and dedication of two security professionals from Burton on Trent have earned them the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) Regional Security Personnel Award for Service to the Customer in the Midlands.

BSIA: Lone worker protection essential as Corporate Manslaughter cases rise

New research has revealed the growing importance of robust health and safety measures to protect staff and businesses from potential Corporate Manslaughter claims, which can arise when deaths are caused by management failures that are deemed to constitute a gross breach of duty of care.

BSIA: Award success for Mall Security Supervisor

The hard work and dedication of one of The Mall Blackburn’s Security Supervisors has earned him a top accolade. Gareth Stead Clark, who is employed by Vision Security Group (VSG) and has worked at The Mall for five years, won the award for Best Use of Technology in the North West heat of the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) Regional Security Personnel Awards.

BSIA: Trust essential in building police partnerships, Labour discussions reveal

Trust, accountability and the delivery of value for money are three key deliverables essential for the private security industry to build successful working relationships with the Police, according to attendees of a recent parliamentary roundtable meeting, hosted by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA).

Small businesses must be at the heart of the Chancellor’s Budget, says FSB

The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) wants a Budget for small firms, which will give opportunities for investment, growth and job creation and return confidence to small businesses. The FSB has called for incentives to take on new staff and for the Chancellor to announce a review of how enterprise support is delivered through central and local government to ensure support is focused and effective.

BSIA: One in four healthcare professionals report "some sort of data breach"

BSIA research spotlights prescription for healthy data disposal: One in four healthcare professionals have reported that their organisation has been the subject of some sort of data breach, new research carried out on behalf of the Information Destruction (ID) Section of the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has revealed.

BSIA continues to recognise achievements within the security industry as regional winners are announced

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is proud to announce the regional winners of this year’s Annual Security Personnel Awards.

BSIA: Free breakfast briefing to explore impact of regulatory change

With changes to industry regulation and licensing set to impact the UK’s private industry later this year, the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has organised an exclusive breakfast briefing to explore the impact of a changing regulatory regime.

BSIA: Richard Childs appointed as new Chair of Banknote Watch

Banknote Watch, the crime reduction partnership aimed at reducing the profits of cash-in-transit and ATM crime, has appointed a new Chairman following a lengthy selection process.

BSIA offers guidance to customers on impact of regulatory change

The British Security Industry Association has produced a guide for end-users and security buyers, to help them understand the proposed changes to the licensing and regulatory regime of the UK’s private security industry, which are set to impact all companies that use private security personnel.

BSIA partners with Skills for Security in landmark move

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has today announced a new partnership with Skills for Security, in a landmark move that brings the sector skills body firmly back within the remit of the industry.

BSIA members benefit from strong visitor numbers at Intersec 2013

Members of the British Security Industry Association's Export Council, who exhibited at the recent Intersec 2013 exhibition in Dubai, are reporting a high level of visitor interest in the wide range of innovative UK security solutions, from integrated systems to access control, CCTV, perimeter protection, intruder alarm and power supply technology, on display during this year's show.

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