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Today we remember our colleague, Gaby Hutchinson , who lost their life in the line of duty three years ago today. We send our love to the Hutchinson family and their friends, not just today, but every day. You and Gaby are always in our thoughts. "Though I never had the privilege of meeting Gaby in person, I have learned who they were through the stories shared - an extraordinary human being, committed, kind, and proud of the work they did. They were loved, respected, and val

As we approach the end of the year and celebrations for Christmas begin in earnest, we would like to thank all our members, partners and colleagues for what has been one of the most important years in IPSA's 67 year history, as we go from strength to strength, representing and supporting our members. At the forefront of our thoughts and well wishes are our frontline security officers, who as ever have worked in keeping us professionally protected, 24 hours a day, seven days a

Last week, I travelled to Durham to meet our new  IPSA  corporate member,  HSS Hinson Security Services . Once again, I found myself emotional and proud to say so. What I witnessed stays with you. I met three generations of women in security - a grandmother wanting to renew her SIA licence, a mother ( Victoria Tiffin ) who fought through a life-critical illness, and a daughter ( Bethany Delaney ) rising confidently through the ranks. The pride, love and respect between them i

We are proud to be partnering with the Security Industry Authority  (SIA) on delivering a key webinar on the strategic review of qualifications to our valued IPSA members. We believe that higher security standards benefit everyone: the public, employers and the dedicated professionals who make up our industry. These standards begin with training, which underpins the knowledge and professionalism required to be effective. Taking place this Thursday ( 18 December at 9:00am ), T

Yesterday, I witnessed the true power of what happens when communities come together as a collective. The energy, the unity, the purpose - unforgettable. At the  Sharifa Ibrahim Foundation  (SIF) leadership event, the students were sensational - confident, ambitious and joyous, and  Lord Rami Ranger FRSA 's personal story about being raised by a single mother and his refugee journey moved the entire room. His words were powerful beyond anything a post can capture. Standing at

Today I visited our corporate member,  VIRPIO SECURITY , and I’m still trying to bottle the feeling this visit gave me: gratitude and humility. Here’s the energy from my first visit of the day: A family-run business with people at the heart of everything they do Faheem Babbar  &  Laila F.  - leaders, immigrants like my parents, and Faheem started as a security officer, just like me. Their team is loyal - many officers have been with Virpio for years; they proudly serve and pr

Over the last 12 months,  IPSA  has formed powerful global partnerships, each meaningful, each transformative. Two, however, mark a turning point for our sector: 🔵  Meta  - a partner that believes in our mission and backs our work. 🟣  MOONHUB  - the future of training, innovation and immersive learning. Partnerships don’t happen by chance, people make them happen. Andrew MacAlpine , I’ll never forget our first LinkedIn exchange: why you reached out, what resonated with you,

A big congratulations to the winners and finalists at Monday's The Security & Fire Awards for Excellence , including big wins for our members! First Response Group 's (FRG) Wembley Stadium Permanent Security won Security Team of the Year (with FRG also winning Marketing Campaign of the Year), and Carlisle Support Services  Mohsin Khan took home the Security Officer of the Year award. Well done to you all! #SecurityExcellence   #SFEAS2025

Last week, alongside Security Industry Association (SIA) , I carried out a frontline visit to The Pentagon Shopping Centre in Chatham and what we witnessed was nothing short of extraordinary. A huge thank you to Tracey Scott-Fox , a leader who leads with heart, and to the officers and street ambassadors who keep that community safe every single day: know their names! David Fuller – Security Supervisor Kerry Yates – Street Ambassador and proud grandmother! Simon Crocker – Stre

POWERFUL. UNITED. UNSTOPPABLE. Epic. Electric. Emotional. I walked into a room and filled it with energy and left with even more. What I witnessed was community in action: diverse communities, different identities, cultures and experiences, all standing together with one purpose, to end violence against women and girls. That unity is power. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who showed me love, who held space for my story, even the hardest parts. To our keynote speaker, and IP

IPSA has appointed David Fullerton as the permanent chair of the Association. David takes up his post immediately after briefly serving in an interim capacity since July 2025.

We are pleased to announce that Payzee Mahmod joins IPSA as our new Patron.

Big news today as we announce that our CEO, Satia Rai, has been named in the Top 100 Outstanding Role Model List 2025!

Today on White Ribbon Day (25 November), as our feeds spotlight Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG), we recognise the International Day for its elimination - a day that carries personal importance for me. But let’s be clear: posts don’t protect women. Action does. At today’s Safer Business Network (SBN) event, I saw real action - a dedicated VAWG training module designed to educate, prevent, intervene, and stop violence. Kudos to Andrew MacAlpine, Eren Bessim, SBN team,

We are delighted to share some incredible news from IPSA! This year, three of our team members were recognised as finalists at the 2025 LGBTQ+ Defence Awards, showcasing the dedication, leadership, and impact our community brings to the private security sector.

It is with sadness that IPSA can report that James Henderson F.IPSA, passed away last month. An exceptional member of our community, James was a Fellow of IPSA for many years, demonstrating accomplishment and service within the Association; his integrity, commitment and faith truly reflected the values we uphold. His contribution to the Association and the wider security profession will be remembered with great respect and gratitude. Our thoughts are with his family and frien

IPSA will be attending the forthcoming The Security Event Asia (TSEA) 2025, which will be held from 11 to 13 November 2025 at Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Center, Singapore. TSEA 2025 is Asia’s leading commercial, enterprise, and domestic security event. Showcasing the world’s top security brands, offering you the best opportunity to source the latest products, technologies and solutions, whilst networking and meeting face-to-face with thousands of key experts from ac

IPSA is a proud supporter of  White Ribbon UK  and is sharing the message for this year's White Ribbon Day, taking place on 25 November. This year’s theme is 'We Speak Up!' Letting sexism slide puts women and girls at risk. Sexist jokes, catcalling, staring, and comments might seem harmless, but they are serious because they can lead to violence and abuse. This White Ribbon Day 2025, we want more men to use their voices and speak up to create a world where everyone is safe, e

Growing concerns are emerging across the UK private security sector regarding the newly formed ‘S12’ security leadership group, which critics argue prioritises the interests of large multinational corporations at the expense of smaller operators, while raising serious questions about Minister Dan Jarvis’ positioning and involvement. The S12 Group was established as an interface into the security sector for Security Minister Dan Jarvis. It was nominally intended to engage a...

IPSA Corporate members  Professional Security  have launched the first-of-its-kind campaign designed to tackle male suicide in the security industry. No Guard Alone is a commitment to changing devasting statistics of suicide within our industry, ensuring that no guard ever has to face their struggles in silence and no manager will feel powerless to help.  The campaign is about moving from silence to support, stigma to systems, and isolation to community. It’s about redefinin