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What we can learn from the security shambles at the Euro 2020 Final
The otherwise joyful occasion that was the Euro 2020 Wembley final between England and Italy (well, at least until penalties, that is) is one that will go down in history as an event that showed off both the very best and the very worst of Britain. Of course, for the former, we have the incredible…
Read MorePhysical security trends for summer 2021
Summer is officially here and it promises to be a scorcher. But while we’re not saying you shouldn’t be enjoying the sun and allowing yourselves to relax a little after what has been a pretty bleak couple of years, now is not the time to relax when it comes to security. Indeed, statistics show that…
Read MoreThe security logistics of setting up an outdoor dining venue
The summer is a time for braziers, barbecues, dining outside, and outdoor activities. But before you find a location, test the food items and set up any equipment, you are likely to run into security snags that will make your job far more difficult. This brief guide will help you secure your business premises and…
Read MoreIs integrated security a good fit for your home?
The world we live in isn’t getting any safer with burglaries happening once every 108 seconds in the UK. And if we go by West Midland police’s numbers, 88% of all cases are closed without even identifying a suspect. “While you may picture burglars as criminal masterminds, the reality is over a quarter of UK…
Read MoreA Brief History of CCTV
It is 2021 and CCTV is so common that it surprises anyone. Today, there are approximately 5.2 million CCTV cameras in the UK, with a ratio of 1:13 cameras to people. CCTV technology has come a long way and continues to evolve, protecting us more than ever. But have you ever wondered about its origins?? Let’s take…
Read MoreThe top 5 physical security threats to your business (and how to protect against them)
With the world of work moving towards a more online-focused model, many businesses are spending a lot of time worrying about stopping cyber attacks. But those extra considerations should never be made at the expense of physical security. Because physical security threats are just as much of a problem as they always have been. In this post,…
Read MoreIs it time for your next risk assessment?
In such an uncertain time, we simply can’t afford to take risks with our businesses. The COVID-19 pandemic has completely decimated thousands of businesses to the extent that many are hanging on by a loose thread. It would only take one small tear to undo that thread and send so many companies spiralling into the…
Read MoreHow a cheap security system could be doing more harm than good
If there’s one thing you can’t afford to scrimp on, even in the event of a global pandemic, it’s the safety and security of your home and your family. However, while there is at least some wisdom in the sentiment that, “A little is better than nothing at all,” a cheap alarm system may actually…
Read MoreHow to protect your CCTV security footage
When you have a CCTV security system installed in your home or business, the first instinct is to keep the cameras themselves safe and secure, of course. But few spare a moment to consider the footage your cameras are capturing. Because, not only are they capturing the footage that could put a thief behind bars or prove…
Read MoreThe 5 most common types of home alarm system
Even with so many of us spending more time at home in recent months, a home security system is an investment you will never regret making in the value and safety of your home. A burglar is statistically three times as likely to break into a home that doesn’t have a security system, so even if it…
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