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The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has announced its regional security personnel winners for 2024, recognising frontline security officers across the United Kingdom for their commitment to keeping people, property and places professionally protected. The BSIA’s regional security personnel awards are part of the Association’s British Security Awards, which will be held from 2024 at the Royal Lancaster London. All regional winners will now go forward as national finalists – the full list will be published on 16 May along with the security business finalists. Exhibited by frontline security personnel Regional awards have recognised the talent, dedication, skill and bravery shown by frontline guard For 25 years, the regional awards have recognised the talent, dedication, skill and bravery exhibited by frontline security personnel in their roles. In 2024 the five categories, Best Newcomer, Best Team, Outstanding Act, Service to the Customer and Security Manager of the Year, saw a record number of entries. Mike Reddington, Chief Executive, BSIA said: “It is our honour to be able to recognise through the British Security Awards each year the work of security officers across the United Kingdom for their role in keeping people, property and places professionally protected. This year’s winners should be immensely proud of their achievements, and we wish them the best of luck as they now go forward to the national finals of the British Security Awards on 3 July.” Regional winning companies The 2024 regional winning companies are ABM, Bidvest Noonan, Dyson, G4S, Lodge Service, Land Sheriffs, Ministry of Defence, MAN Commercial Protection, Mitie, NG Bailey, OCS Group, Rockfort Secure, Samsic UK, SecuriGroup, Securitas UK, SGS, STM Group, Vigilance, Westgrove Group. The security personnel categories of the British Security Awards are sponsored by Darwin Clayton.

The prestigious 2024 UK Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) took place on 22 February 2024 at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London, UK, gathering hundreds of representatives from the UK security industry.  The OSPAs, renowned for their recognition and reward of companies, people, and innovation across the security sector, showcased the industry’s remarkable achievements including those of NSI-approved companies, who were once again amongst the winners and finalists, claiming a notable 7 of 18 awards presented on the evening.  UK OSPAs The UK OSPAs, part of a global awards scheme that takes place in 16 countries, maintain their credibility through a strict code of ethics with core values including independence and inclusivity. This framework provides an opportunity for outstanding performers, whether buyers or suppliers, to be recognised and their successes celebrated.  Finalists and winners NSI congratulates all of the finalists and winners, including the 30 NSI-approved finalists who were shortlisted by the judges, with 89 nominations between them. 7 NSI-approved companies emerged as winners, exemplifying excellence in their respective categories:  Outstanding Contract Security Manager/Director: Amy Stanley – FGH Security  Outstanding Contract Security Company (Guarding): First Response Group Outstanding Customer Service Initiative: Front of House Initiative – Vigilant Security  Outstanding Security Training Initiative: BBC Security Team Training Initiative - Mitie  Outstanding Security Installer/Integrator: Karl Jordan – Lodge Service  Outstanding Event Security Team: Event Security Team – Securigroup  Outstanding Security Sustainability Award: CIS ESG Strategy  Outstanding achievements and commitment Richard Fogelman, NSI Chief Executive, commented, “As one of the most respected events in the security calendar, the UK OSPAs play a crucial role in highlighting the outstanding achievements and commitment of those working in the UK’s electronic security and guarding services sectors."  He adds, "This year’s winners and finalists deserve commendation for their dedication to driving outstanding performance across the private security sector." Service and achievements Richard Fogelman stated, “It was a privilege to attend and witness first-hand NSI-approved companies, teams, and representatives being honoured for their outstanding service and achievements." He continues, "They should be immensely proud of their contributions, which safeguard people, communities, businesses, and homeowners every day of the year. Congratulations to one and all.” 

Lodge Security acquires Ladbroke Security Services, which has 120 staff and sales of £2.25 million. The company was founded in 1990 by the retailer Chinacraft to protect its assets and has expanded its services to include 30 independent customers. Operating primarily in London and the Southeast, Ladbroke provides managed security services that include 24-hour concierge, front of house reception, guarding, remote video and CCTV monitoring, key-holding and patrol services. Lodge Security is one of the UK’s top 30 security service providers by size, a third-generation family-owned business that celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2019. Staff credentials checks Stuart Lodge, CEO, said: “I am pleased to announce the acquisition of an operation that is highly complementary to our own specialisations and markets at Lodge Security. Ladbroke has maintained a strong reputation from its early years when it specialised in retail security; with its family values and high-quality service delivery, it offers a great fit and an asset to the group.” “Ladbroke has grown its corporate, commercial and construction customer base by combining a blend of manpower and technology solutions – a strategy very much in line with that of the Lodge Service group.” Lodge’s services include: staff credentials checks; undercover investigation and surveillance; on-line counterfeit and fraud detection; retail test purchasing; compliance audits; mystery shopping and customer service measurement through its React CX division; recruitment for office administration and security staff; CCTV installation; remote alarm receiving and building management 24-7; and incident and case management software, Lodgic Live.