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An SIA licenced security professional in uniform stands at the entrance of a building, ensuring the safety of the premises.

Recent SIA Licence Updates and Their Industry Impact

Recent updates to the SIA licence system are transforming the UK security industry. In 2026, mandatory refresher qualifications are required for licence renewals, alongside stricter first aid prerequisites and expanded training in counter-terrorism and vulnerability awareness. This guide explains the latest changes, practical impacts, and how Proforce Security maintains full compliance while delivering professional, SIA-licensed services across the UK.

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Retail Security Guards: Why Retail Businesses Need Professional Manned Guarding

A secure shopping environment is essential for modern retail. Learn how retail security guards, combined with CCTV monitoring and tailored security solutions, prevent theft, manage emergencies, and create a reassuring presence for staff and customers alike.

Trained waking watch personnel patrolling the corridors of a high-rise residential building, checking for fire hazards and ensuring resident safety.

Guide to Waking Watch Services: Protecting High-Risk Residential Buildings

Waking watch is most commonly used in high-rise residential buildings with unsafe cladding or failed alarm systems. Learn when a waking watch is required, how duties are performed, and how building owners can transition to permanent fire safety solutions efficiently and cost-effectively.

Mobile patrol security officer standing with a security vehicle outside a commercial building in the UK during an evening patrol.

Complete Guide to mobile patrols Security Services

Mobile patrols offer a flexible and professional approach to protecting businesses and properties across the UK. This blog covers the duties of mobile patrol officers, and explains how mobile patrols act as a visible deterrent, prevent anti-social behaviour, and respond rapidly to incidents, while integrating with CCTV and alarm systems.

SIA licensed security officer unlocking a commercial building entrance in the early morning, ensuring the premises are safe for staff arrival.

Lock and Unlock Service: Secure Opening & Closing for Businesses

Businesses rely on professional lock and unlock service to protect staff, property, and assets outside operational hours. This blog explains how trained security officers perform internal and external checks, manage alarms and keys, and maintain secure access points, for comprehensive business security.

SIA licensed security officer holding a set of keys outside a modern office building as part of key holding services UK.

key holding services uk Explained: How It Protects Your Business

Key holding services UK are essential for businesses seeking complete security solutions. From secure off-site key storage to rapid response during alarm activations, a professional team ensures your premises are always monitored. Integrating alarm response with mobile patrols and other services reduces risk, protects employees, and gives business owners confidence that emergencies are handled efficiently by trained professionals.

SIA licensed security officer providing manned guarding services at the entrance of a modern UK commercial building, ensuring safety and access control.

Proforce Security
February 23, 2026
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Complete Guide to Manned Guarding Services in the UK

Manned guarding services remain a cornerstone of physical security in the UK. This guide explains how SIA licensed officers protect property, assets, and people through static posts, mobile patrols, keyholding, and event security. Learn how Proforce Security delivers tailored solutions across construction sites, retail, offices, and public venues.

Police notice board showing the UK security threat levels chart, indicating low to critical risk levels in various areas and regions.

Proforce Security
February 19, 2026
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Current UK Security Threat Levels Explained

UK security threat levels indicate the likelihood of terrorism across the United Kingdom. This article explores national and regional levels, how they are determined by JTAC and MI5, and practical measures businesses and individuals can take to respond appropriately.

Proforce Security
September 2, 2025
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Strengthening Operations with Mobile Patrol Supervisor

Our Director of Operations, Mark Parr, recently met with our Mobile Patrol Supervisors team to:🔹 Discuss current field operations🔹 Share on-the-ground insights🔹 Align on strategic goals moving forward These sessions reflect our ongoing commitment to open communication, frontline engagement, and leadership grounded in real experience. When our teams in the field are heard and supported, […]

Proforce Security
August 29, 2025
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Strength Through Skill: Proforce Training & Development

The security industry is constantly evolving, and so are we. Proforce Security is committed to providing our team with comprehensive training that equips them to meet every challenge head-on. By focusing on practical skills and real-world scenarios, we ensure our team is not only prepared but also empowered to deliver the best results. Through regular […]