Right to Work Checks for Security Guards: The UK Security Company Guide
Right to work penalties reach £60,000 per illegal worker — and security companies face losing their SIA-approved contractor status too. Here’s the complete guide to right to work checks for UK security firms, including post-Brexit requirements and ongoing monitoring obligations.
Working Time Regulations and Security Guards: What UK Security Companies Must Know
The Working Time Regulations 1998 apply fully to security guards — including night work limits, 11-hour rest requirements, and holiday pay for casual staff. Here’s what UK security companies need to track, document, and enforce to stay compliant.
TUPE Transfers in the UK Security Industry: What Happens When Guards Move with a Contract
When a security contract changes hands, TUPE applies — and getting it wrong means tribunal claims. Here’s what UK security companies need to know about TUPE transfers, employee liability information, and SIA licence compliance during handovers.
Holiday Pay for Security Guards: What UK Security Companies Need to Know
Holiday pay is one of the most misunderstood employment obligations in the security industry. This guide explains the 52-week reference period, common errors, and the risk of backdated claims.
SIA Public Register Checks: Why Manual Licence Verification Is a Risk You Can’t Afford
Manual SIA licence checks leave your security company exposed in 2026. Here is why automated verification against the SIA Public Register is essential for ACS compliance — and what happens when it fails.
How to Price Security Contracts: A Practical Guide for UK Security Companies
Pricing security contracts is one of the most consequential decisions a security company owner makes. This guide covers labour costs, margin structures, and the mistakes that erode profitability.
Buddy Punching in Security Companies: How GPS Clock-In Puts a Stop to It
Buddy punching costs UK security companies thousands in payroll fraud every year — and most operators never spot it. Here’s how GPS-verified clock-in stops it, and what else it does for your operation.
7 Signs Your Security Company Has Outgrown Spreadsheets
Spreadsheets built your security company. At a certain point in 2026, they start to hold it back. Here are seven signs you have hit that point — and what to do about it.
From Paper to Platform: How to Digitise Guard Management in Your Security Company
Most UK security companies still manage guards on spreadsheets and WhatsApp. Here is a practical guide to going digital without disrupting operations.
How to Handle Guard No-Shows: A Practical Guide for UK Security Companies
Guard no-shows are one of the biggest operational headaches in the UK security industry. Here’s a practical guide to preventing them, managing cover, and protecting your contracts.