As the implementation of the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill approaches, it is worth considering how the new legislation, also known as Martyn’s Law, will address the varying standards of security currently being delivered across the industry. We all attend concert venues, visitor attractions and a multitude of other locations that employ frontline security staff to protect visitors, staff and premises from coming to harm, but the standard of screening, including X-ray and bag and body search, is so varied, and, in many cases, ineffective, leaving the location and those inside it vulnerable to an attack.
In our latest article with securityjournaluk.com, our Managing Director Steve McMenemy highlights the importance of investing in the quality of frontline security staff.
Steve explores the critical importance of improving the standard and capability of those conducting screening duties and protecting premises as well as the development and implementation of a national quality assurance covert testing strategy.
Read the full article, here
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