BSIA Director of Security & Export John MacAskill recently attended The Security Event Asia, held between 11-13 November. Whilst there, MacAskill connected with UK companies, met international counterparts and supported UK exhibitors as they showcased the depth and innovation of the UK’s security and resilience sector. Key themes emerging were: Shaun Hipgrave’s keynote reinforced a
Entries for the 2026 British Security Awards, hosted by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA), will open on 1 November 2025. The British Security Awards is a leading awards ceremony celebrating outstanding achievements, acts of bravery and innovations across the security industry. The ceremony offers credibility, visibility, and networking opportunities, bringing the security industry together
BSIA members Mitie has released its Security Radar Report for 2025, an annual intelligence-led report that identifies seven key priorities shaping the future of security in the UK. Reading this report offers strategic foresight, benchmarking, policy readiness, professional credibility, and marketing and messaging for BSIA members, discussing key changes and predictions for the future of the security
The BSIA is proud to announce its new, members-only portal – designed with functionality for documents, events, and collaborative spaces. The members portal allows BSIA membership to favourite, save, and download secure guidance and publications, purchase tickets for prestigeous BSIA events, and access forums for their sections to discuss key issues with industry stakeholders. Why
The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is pleased to confirm the sale of its remaining shares in Skills for Security Ltd to The Banks Foundation. This strategic decision marks the culmination of a multi-year growth journey, during which Skills for Security has flourished under BSIA’s stewardship and investment, alongside the guidance and input from The
The date for the BSIA Autumn Forum has been announced as 12 November 2025, with the event set to take place at the Shard in London. The BSIA Autumn Forum is an educational event that provides attendees with a great opportunity to learn about the latest developments in industry technologies and in services, as well
The BSIA are exhibiting at International Security Expo at London Olympia, which takes place between 30 September-1 October. The BSIA are on stand A34. The Marcomms and Membership team will be on site, providing a small coffee lounge for members and industry colleagues alike. Attendees are welcome to visit the BSIA for a chat about membership, marketing
The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has announced that is has relocated to a new office within the United Kingdom. The new address is: British Security Industry Association1 Birch CourtBlackpole EastWorcesterWR3 8SG This new location offers improved facilities and collaborative working opportunities, including an open-plan office for BSIA staff and two bespoke meeting rooms plus
The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is pleased to announce the regional winners of the British Security Awards recognising security officers and companies working to keep people, property and places professionally protected during the last 18 months. The 2025 winners are: Security on Screen vendor member, HID Global also went home with a prize
The BSIA has announced it will be hosting the UK pavilion at Intersec Dubai 2026. The news continues the BSIA’s long-standing relationship with the event and enables UK security companies to be a part of a global mission for change. Intersec returns from 12-14 January 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, bringing together global