We are delighted to welcome EMCOR UK as the latest company to join the membership of The ACS Pacesetters after achieving a Security Industry Authority Approved Contractor Scheme (SIA ACS) score in the top 15% of accredited companies. The organisation provides security services to some of the most highly regulated and secure sectors in the […]
The International Foundation for Protection Officers is excited to unveil the MSI Certification, the new GOLD standard of security excellence. This certification recognizes the top-tier expertise of security instructors worldwide and sets a new benchmark for security training, across all areas. The IFPO already has the Certified Protection Officer Instructor (CPOI) certification for those delivering […]
We are delighted to announce that Black Diamond Security Limited is the latest company to join the membership of The ACS Pacesetters. Established in 2010, Black Diamond Security are a privately owned company offering nationwide security solutions. The company focuses on being at the forefront of service delivery and innovation. With dedicated teams throughout the […]
The directors of a security company have been fined after a door supervisor was found working at a Bristol nightclub with a suspended licence. Security Industry Authority (SIA) officers were conducting checks in Kingswood on 7 October 2023 when they found Mohammad Nazar working at a nightclub. Mr Nazar was deployed by Titan Security Services […]
The International Foundation for Protection Officers (IFPO) UK is delighted to announce the appointment of Guy Mathias to its Advisory Board. Guy brings a wealth of expertise in extremism and security management, further strengthening IFPO’s commitment to providing top-tier education and certification for security personnel at all levels. Guy Mathias is a renowned subject matter […]
As we get closer to the ACS Pacesetters Security Officer of Distinction Awards, the final preparations are taking place to enable us to welcome our members and their guests on Wednesday, 22nd May. We would like to announce our Guest Speaker – Mike Neville MCSFS – CEO of Neville Forensic Recognition Limited. He is an […]
Award winning First Response Group (FRG), the nationwide security, risk, and property protection business, has won a contract with English Heritage, a charity that manages more than 400 historic monuments, buildings and places. The three-year contract, with an option to extend to five, covers security guarding at some of the most iconic and historical venues […]
MAN Commercial Protection Ltd has been recognised as the Family-Owned Business of the Year at the Security and Safety Entrepreneur Awards. This award highlights their commitment to excellence, innovation, and family values in the security industry. The Security and Safety Entrepreneur Awards took place in collaboration with The Security Event held at the NEC, Birmingham […]
The senior leadership team at national, multi-award winning First Response Group (FRG) has been further boosted by the appointment of Barry Dawson as group managing director, bringing with him 35 years of experience at the highest levels of the UK security industry. Taking up his new position on April 2 (2024), Dawson is described by […]
The ACS Pacesetters are delighted to announce the sponsors for the 2024 Security Officer of Distinction Awards. Main sponsor: TEAM Software provides global market-leading solutions for cleaning, security, and facilities management companies. From managing your workforce to your back office – and everything in between – TEAM Software have solutions to help you connect with […]