General Security News

COMPRO RS-2104 is an easy-to-use Network Video Recorder providing a cost-effective and reliable recording solution for Compro and ONVIF-compliant network cameras.

GMB Trade Union member and representative Paul Sony is preparing to run the 2012 Virgin London Marathon to raise much-needed funds for the charity Sense.

The Security Industry Authority is seeking a non-executive Board member to represent Northern Ireland, with the successful candidate expected to contribute to the overall strategic direction of the organisation.

The BSIA has launched a new Close Protection Special Award to recognise and reward excellence in this area of security provision, and also unveiled details of its 2012 Information Destruction Conference and Exhibition.

The latest Big Brother Watch study on UK surveillance refers to a “haphazard and badly measured rush” to “spy on citizens”. Brian Sims examines the statistics behind the comment.

Video footage of a cyclist brazenly snatching a woman’s mobile phone highlights the growing menace of smart phone theft.

The UK border agency will be split in two and a UK Border Force with its own "ethos" established, the home secretary announced today

Private security company G4S is about to sign a deal which would see it building and staffing the first British police station run by a private security contractor.

Intellectual property is a massive asset for companies but its theft can cause major headaches. Simon Placks examines how corporations might best protect their prize secrets.

The British Security Industry Association has announced the appointment of Christo Bosch as the Trade Association's new business development manager.

These shocking CCTV images of a Bristol bus driver deliberately veering into a cyclist highlight the vital role CCTV can play in convictions.

This week we turn to electronic music pioneers Kraftwerk and their catchy - and forward-thinking - keyboard-based ode to the rise of computers in our society.

Conflict Incident Response Training is a new educational programme devised by Maybo with the input and support of Integer and key stakeholders in the events world.

Leading sensor manufacturer Optex Co Ltd of Japan has announced a major investment in the 100% share capital of UK lighting manufacturer Raytec.

IFSEC International, the world’s largest annual security and fire event, will showcase its first ever Lone Worker Protection Product Area at the NEC in May.

Honeywell has announced the launch of its Rapid Eye hybrid HD DVR featuring 16 channels capable of supporting images from analogue and IP surveillance cameras.

Home Secretary Theresa May said the former HM Chief Inspector of Prisons boasts "a formidable public reputation" and will "challenge all parties" to get to the truth in her new role as chairman of the Independent Police Complaints Commission.

An unlicensed director must pay £1,550 after pleading guilty to a string of security offences following an investigation into his business by the Regulator.

Ahead of its recent 2012 Security Conference in Manchester, the GMB Trade Union surveyed members’ views on licensing and regulation. Brian Sims analyses the results.

A classic piece of 19th Century art has been recreated by an artist in residence at the Olympic Park... and it features G4S security personnel