Andy Clutton

The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has welcomed the news that the SIA is to come under the portfolio of the Minister of State for Security Dan Jarvis in the Home Office. In a joint statement, Heather Baily, Chair of the SIA and Michelle Russell, Chief…

Rob Gilbert, managing director for commercial and infrastructure at Totalmobile, explains why safety must be a priority Every lone worker can be a moment away from a threat. That’s, unfortunately, the harsh reality of modern field services. Yet, many organisations may not fully realise the…

As organisations navigate an increasingly complex threat landscape, security leaders are making strategic shifts toward unified platforms and emerging technologies, according to the newly released 2025 State of Security and Identity Report from HID. The study gathered responses from 1,800 partners, end users, and security…

Technology leaders fear cyber-attacks amid high-speed business transformation, spurring demand for interim expertise, according to new report  Cyber security is a top concern for UK business leaders as AI developments and transformation programs continue apace, according to a new report by BIE, the executive recruitment…

A forensic marking spray that helps police identify offenders is amongst a range of solutions being introduced by Cumbria Constabulary to protect the night-time economy. It forms part of Operation Enhance, which introduces extra police patrols and additional resources to tackle antisocial behaviour and serious…

Chris Stouff, Chief Security Officer for Armor explains why cyber security mustn’t be regarded as a box ticking exercise With a growing number of cyber security breaches happening every day, it is obvious to see that for some organisations their defences just aren’t working. But…

Martyn’s Law is set to elevate the landscape of public safety across the UK, bringing a heightened focus on perimeter security for public spaces. Jon Trott, managing director of Cova Security Gates, discusses the importance of safe, secure and discreet security measures in high-footfall areas, particularly as…

Entries are now welcomed for the Fire and Security Matters Awards 2025, which are the sectors’ biggest evening of celebration. The Fire and Security Matters Awards enjoyed a record 320-plus entries last year in its third iteration, while upwards of 800 guests attended the ‘sold…

Assist Security Group (ASG) has appointed Dylan Hartley, the former England rugby captain, as a non-executive director and performance lead at its subsidiary, ASG Protect. Dylan brings a wealth of experience in elite performance from his tenure as England rugby’s most capped hooker and as…

Jordan Schroeder of Barrier Networks discusses a new approach to managing cyber risk: The Eisenhower Matrix The 34th President of the United States, Dwight D. Eisenhower, is one of the most famous leaders in history. During his busy eight-year term in office, he funded $25…