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Is the Department of Work & Pensions (DWP) right to lose confidence in the Security industry (SI)?

Recently, in partnership with another company we produced a national pre-employment engagement package (PEEPs) specifically for the security industry. The way the programme was constructed enabled funds to be drawn down directly from the Skills Funding Authority (SFA). This meant all the DWP had to provide were unemployed people, who met the eligibility criteria. In the current economic climate this would appear to be a “slam dunk” for their department. Yet despite the opportunity it would have provided for unemployed people, to prepare for a return to work – they still said no!

Are Bridging the Gap (BtG) students being prevented from working?

Let’s get one thing absolutely clear – the Bridging the Gap (BtG) initiative was one of the best youth programs to be initiated in years. The principles, on which this programme was founded, are credit to all involved in its conception; especially the BSIA and West Hertfordshire College.

National Doorwatch calls for the security industry, and its partners in the Licensed trade to lead the way in promoting public safety through the delivery of a universal Physical Intervention (PI) training programme.

The announcement by the Government that mandatory training for PI is to be introduced on the 6th Mar 2012, should be greeted with caution. On the surface this is a fantastic step forward for the industry, but if the current situation is allowed to continue, it may actually increase the danger to the public.

Everything you ever needed to know about how sharp practice in the Security Industry, impacts on public safety, but were afraid to ask. Pt1 Laying the foundations

Over the next few weeks I intend to cover a number of area’s which relate either directly or indirectly to the issue of “sharp practice” in the security industry and its impact on public safety. In this first article I am going to concentrate on defining “sharp practice”, the concept of “plausible deniability” and the role of the Government in creating the conditions in which “sharp practice” can flourish.

Cross-sector Safety & Security Communications releases its first "Amber Warning"

This is the first security update from the Olympic Security Directorate (OSD) Cross-sector Safety & Security Communications (CSSC) team for all those concerned with providing security in the events, hospitality and leisure industry. Initially this is being trialled in the London area and it is expected to go national in time for the Olympics.

Channel 4 programme calls time on "Bouncers"

The Channel 4 programme "Bouncers" illustrated perfectly why the profession is in danger of being taken in-house by the more astute companies.

National Doorwatch has recieved a reply from the SIA regarding EU dispensation

The SIA have responded quickly to clarify the situation regarding EU security operatives working in the UK.

National Doorwatch urges all security operatives to remain calm and continue to work legally.

EU Employment policy means that EU citizens working in the UK temporarily can register to provide SIA licensable activities in the UK on a temporary basis without having to undergo training, purchase a license or speak English! Provided they can show they have at least worked in a security role for 2 years out of the last 10.

2012 can be the year to make the most of your talents.

This year offers forward thinkers opportunities to set them up for this year and the next!

Is the Bridging the Gap initiative providing all the opportunities it should?

A look at what Bridging the Gap is aiming to provide and how in some ares - these aims are falling short.