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Monday, 30 November 2020
Information about how we are responding to the Coronavirus pandemic.
Friday, 27 November 2020
SIA response to a Freedom of Information (FOI) request for the number of SIA licensed operatives by region.
Friday, 27 November 2020
Security staff can be the first to respond to acid attacks or incidents where someone has been exposed to a hazardous substance. Make sure you know what to do.
Thursday, 26 November 2020
This privacy notice explains how the SIA processes your personal data. In particular, it explains how we collect, use, disclose, transfer and store your data.
Thursday, 26 November 2020
This privacy notice explains how the SIA processes your personal data. In particular, it explains how we collect, use, disclose, transfer and store your data.
Tuesday, 24 November 2020
The qualifications, experience and approval you must have to offer SIA licence-linked training courses.
Monday, 23 November 2020
Fill in these forms if the SIA has granted your overseas criminality exception request.
Monday, 23 November 2020
SIA licence-linked training: why you must take the training, who is involved and how we keep it up to date.
Friday, 20 November 2020
The qualifications, experience and approval you must have to offer SIA licence-linked training courses.
Friday, 20 November 2020
Reporting training malpractice: who to tell and what they need to know.
Friday, 20 November 2020
What you must do if you wish to use our Licence Management service.
Thursday, 19 November 2020
A quarterly report on how well the SIA has done in responding to Freedom of Information (FOI) requests.
Friday, 13 November 2020
On 29 October, Jacqueline Taggart was found guilty at Sheffield Magistrates’ Court of working while her Security Industry Authority (SIA) licence was suspended.
Thursday, 12 November 2020
Where to get training and advice on counter-terrorism if you work in the private security industry.
Press release: Poole security boss prosecuted for deception and providing unlicensed security guards
Thursday, 12 November 2020
John Westwood supplied an unlicensed door supervisor to a 'pop-up bar' in Bournemouth.
Wednesday, 11 November 2020
SIA response to a Freedom of Information (FOI) request for the ACS assessment scores of the 'top 5%' (highest scoring) approved contractors.
Wednesday, 11 November 2020
SIA response to a Freedom of Information (FOI) request for the ACS assessment scores of the 'top 5%' (highest scoring) approved contractors.
Tuesday, 10 November 2020
A list of the people and companies the SIA is currently prosecuting.
Tuesday, 10 November 2020
SIA regulation: how the SIA enforces the law and what the penalties are for breaking it.
Tuesday, 10 November 2020
A monthly report on the SIA's enforcement activity.
Tuesday, 10 November 2020
SIA regulation: how the SIA enforces the law and what the penalties are for breaking it.
Tuesday, 10 November 2020
A list of the people and companies the SIA is currently prosecuting.
Friday, 06 November 2020
A list of the people and companies prosecuted by the Security Industry Authority (SIA) over the last 12 months.
Friday, 06 November 2020
He was subsequently convicted of working while his SIA licence was suspended.
Thursday, 05 November 2020
Advice to the UK private security industry following Tuesday's announcement.
Wednesday, 04 November 2020
This guide explains whether someone who does Fire Watch / Waking Watch roles needs a Security Industry Authority (SIA) licence.
Wednesday, 28 October 2020
In 2019 we ran a national campaign to promote safer workplaces for security staff. We encourage security operatives to report violence against them.
Wednesday, 28 October 2020
Violence against security staff is unacceptable. Find out what you can do to prevent it.
Tuesday, 27 October 2020
Find out how an SIA licence holder is expected to behave.
Tuesday, 27 October 2020
Read the minutes of the SIA Board meeting held on 10 September 2020.
Tuesday, 27 October 2020
Read the minutes of the SIA Board meeting held on 23 July 2020.
Monday, 26 October 2020
Find out what you can do to stop child sexual exploitation, how you should restrain someone and what you should consider when interacting with trans customers.
Monday, 26 October 2020
Plan of the organisational structure of the Security Industry Authority (SIA).
Monday, 26 October 2020
Plan of the organisational structure of the Security Industry Authority (SIA).
Thursday, 22 October 2020
Accrington security boss barred from industry after failing to check staff licence.
Tuesday, 20 October 2020
Accrington security boss barred from industry after failing to check staff licence.
Tuesday, 20 October 2020
What to do before you apply, and how to apply for a licence yourself or through your employer.
Tuesday, 20 October 2020
How to appeal against our decision to refuse your application.
Monday, 19 October 2020
Guidance to help you understand when and how to apply for an SIA licence.
Monday, 19 October 2020
Learn more about the circumstances that can lead to a licence holder losing their licence, either permanently or temporarily.
Monday, 19 October 2020
Find out what you need to do to renew your SIA licence.
Monday, 19 October 2020
There are cerain things that you must tell us about if you hold an SIA licence.
Friday, 16 October 2020
Information about licence-linked qualifications, the awarding organisations that offer these qualifications, and how to find an approved training provider.
Friday, 16 October 2020
A description of some of the benefits of the SIA's Approved Contractor Scheme.
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