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Orbis Protect, a leading provider of specialist security and protection services, has secured transformational growth capital investment from Tiger Infrastructure Partners, subject to regulatory approval. Tiger Infrastructure Partners is an…
New counter terror qualification launches to boost workplace preparedness
The Level 3 Ofqual-regulated qualification – called the ‘SFJ Level 3 Award in Counter Terrorism Protective Security and Preparedness’ – aims to strengthen the UK’s counter terrorism protective security and organisational preparedness. It…
Venture Security appoints former police chief to its leadership team
Former police Chief Superintendent, David Boyle, has been appointed to the position of People Director at Venture Security. Boyle brings more than 30 years of policing and national emergency services leadership experience and will play a…
Cost of construction tenders set to rise
Construction tender prices are set to climb by up to 5.0 per in 2026, threatening costs for key UK programmes and challenging project viability, according to new data from global professional services company Turner & Townsend. In its…
Double win for Corps Security at 2025 Security and Fire Excellence Awards
Corps Security celebrated a double win at this year’s Security and Fire Excellence Awards. The social enterprise was recognised in two categories: Inspiration in HR, and Security or Fire ESG Initiative of the Year. In both categories,…
Demand for green buildings has slowed according to RICS Sustainability Report
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has released its 2025 Sustainability Report, revealing a slowdown in global demand growth for sustainable buildings and a concerning lack of progress in carbon measurement across…
SGC Security Services strengthens commercial leadership with industry veteran
Simon Anderson has been appointed to the role of Commercial Director at SGC Security Services, a leading UK security provider and an SIA Approved Contractor Scheme accredited company. Anderson brings over 30 years of exceptional experience…
North secures £4.6m deal with Gateshead Council
Smart technology and surveillance specialist, North, has been appointed by Gateshead Council to deliver a £4.6 million programme upgrading door entry systems and video surveillance across 18 high-rise residential blocks in Gateshead, Tyne…
Red Construction Group reports £170m turnover and senior leadership appointments
RED Construction Group, a specialist main contractor, has announced its results for the 2025 financial year. Reporting a turnover of £170.8 million, the company continues to achieve sustainable profit, with the near 50 per cent turnover…
Funding secured to tackle £21bn quality crisis in construction
A major funding package has been secured to help the UK construction sector address the estimated £21 billion in losses each year from poor workmanship. Regeneration specialist, Equans, has secured £193,000 in Industry Impact Funding from…
Mitie research reveals rise in security incidents as firms adapt to the evolving threat landscape
Over half (56 per cent) of senior security professionals reported a rise in physical security incidents over the past 12 months and two fifths (41 per cent) cite that employee safety has been of greatest concern to their organisation during…
Carlisle amplifies security consultancy capabilities
Carlisle Support Services has expanded its security consultancy capabilities in response to emerging threats and new legal duties. In an era of heightened uncertainty, from socio-economic instability to the evolving nature of crime and…