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On 26 January 2024, the Security Industry Authority (SIA) prosecuted former door supervisor Steven Richardson for breaching the Private Security Industry Act.
United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) is the single government provider of National Security Vetting (NSV). We are the centre of excellence for security vetting and enable government to protect citizens and provide vital public services, by understanding and managing security...
UKDSE's security brochures set out how UK companies can help to solve security problems for customers around the world.
The standards, best practice guidelines and approaches that are required to protect UK government assets.
Report staff, such as door supervisors, security guards, CCTV operators and close protection operatives, who break the law or are a risk to the public.
All digital services and technical infrastructure must be built to comply with the Government Cyber Security Standard
The NCSC acts as a bridge between industry and government, providing a unified source of advice, guidance and support on cyber security, including the management of cyber security incidents. NCSC is part of the Government Communications Headquarters .
Check SIA licences for security staff such as door supervisors, security guards, CCTV operators and close protection operatives.
Factsheets giving details of the different measures contained in the National Security Bill.
The National Security Act introduces new measures to modernise counter-espionage laws and address the evolving state threat to national security.
The UK’s consumer connectable product security regime came into effect on 29 April 2024. Businesses in the supply chains of these products now need to be compliant with the legislation.
Investors and businesses may be legally required to tell the government about certain sensitive acquisitions under the National Security and Investment Act.
How to apply for security funding to protect your place of worship against hate crime.
Guidance for manufacturers, importers and distributors on the Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Act 2022 and Regulations 2023.
The Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) finds and funds exploitable innovation for a safer future. DASA is part of the Ministry of Defence .
A policy on the appropriate level of information security.
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