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Next week, our CEO  Satia Rai will be speaking at  Intersec Expo  2026 in Dubai.  Satia will be joined by  Ella Cullen , CEO of  RELLEN  (and an IPSA Women in Protective Services (WIPS) Ambassador) and will be speaking on the following panel: 'Everyday Security, Extraordinary Impact: Lessons from the NextGen of Women Leaders' on 12 January (11.40am) at the Dubai World Trade Centre, International Security Leader Summit.  "Intersec Expo is here and I’m proud to be speaking for

Our CEO  Satia Rai will be speaking at the Women in Industry Network 's webinar, 'Breaking Barriers: Women Leading Change Across the Safety & Security Industry'. As we settle into 2026, now is the moment to think about the kind of industry we want to build - and the leadership it will need to thrive. Progress across fire, health, safety and security doesn’t happen by accident. It happens when people across the sector - leaders, allies and advocates - actively support better r

Our CEO  Satia Rai has been included as a UK Top Voice in the Security Industry in the Special Influencers edition of  Security Journal UK (SJUK) . "This recognition belongs to the 450,000+ security officers who show up every day to protect our people, our places, and our communities - you are the heartbeat of this industry. Thank you to  Security Journal UK (SJUK)  and  James Thorpe  for the recognition and for featuring my voice alongside respected leaders. "To my network,

We're excited to announce the first speaker for our leading International Women's Day event in March, Chief Superintendent  Helen Isaac QPM   Helen brings almost 30 years of service and experience, having joined the City of London Police in 1997, working in community policing, response and firearms; she has also worked with the National Protective Security Authority on the development and implementation of Disruptive Effects science to counter hostile reconnaissance. We are l

I officially launched No Guard Alone at  International Security Expo late last year and I was overwhelmed by the incredible interactions afterwards. The fact the message resonated so strongly reminded me why this campaign matters so much. So what is No Guard Alone? It’s simple: no frontline security professional - no matter where they are, what shift they’re on, or what they’re facing - should feel like they have to carry the weight of their struggles alone. Because safegua

IPSA has appointed two new Frontline Ambassadors, Charlotte Wigg and Bethany Delaney . Charlotte is Head of Crowd Safety & Events with SGC Security Services ; having worked in the industry for seven years, she has progressed from bars and nightclubs to running some extraordinary stadiums across the UK. "I have a strong passion for working within the security industry, continuously learning each day to ensure my knowledge expands. Despite the challenges I've faced, my commitm

IPSA wishes its members, partners and colleagues a peaceful and prosperous start to the new calendar year and to thank you all for your support over the last 12 months. We would like to offer a special thanks as we begin the year to our frontline security officers, who as ever have worked in keeping us professionally protected over the festive period, many of which will have been working long and potentially challenging shifts; as both industry professionals and members of th

We are pleased to be publishing our EDI Calendar for 2026! Celebration and awareness days are great opportunities to open and develop important conversations and our calendar is a great way of making most of them with the following tips: Promote belonging: Bring a sense of belonging to your workplace by highlighting important events and promoting diversity and inclusion; daily reminders increase awareness and makes your colleagues feel more valued and appreciated. Go beyond

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.