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Congratulations to the winners of The ACS Pacesetters Security Officer of Distinction Awards

May 21, 2026

We returned to Royal Windsor Racecourse for the ACS Pacesetters Security Officer of Distinction Awards on Wednesday, 20th May, and were joined by our members, together with their staff and clients, our sponsors, and guests to celebrate the outstanding work of the frontline Officers which often goes unnoticed.

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We welcome our latest member 247 Alliance Ltd

May 5, 2026

We are pleased to welcome family-run 247 Alliance Ltd as the latest company to join The ACS Pacesetters after achieving an ACS score in the top 15% of accredited companies. Based in the Midlands, the company provides a range of security services across the UK including manned guarding, mobile patrols, key holding, alarm response, event […]

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ACS Pacesetters member Land Sheriffs help Academy students prepare for life beyond school

April 30, 2026

Specialist security providers, Land Sheriffs, are supporting Passmores Academy in Harlow, Essex, with CV development and careers guidance to help bridge the gap between education and employment. As part of a ‘Mock Interview Day’ for Year 11 students, Land Sheriffs’ Managing Director, James Coyle, and HR Advisor, Karen Gladish, interviewed ten Year 11 students at […]

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Minimum score required to reach top 15% of SIA ACS accredited companies increases

April 23, 2026

The SIA Approved Contractor Scheme scores of all accredited companies are reviewed on a quarterly basis by the Security Industry Authority, and the latest statistics were issued on 17th April. This has resulted in a small increase in the minimum score required to achieve the top 15% of approved companies and being eligible to be […]

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Finalists announced for the ACS Pacesetters Security Officer of Distinction Awards 2026

April 13, 2026

We are delighted to announce the finalists for The ACS Pacesetters Security Officer of Distinction Awards 2026 ABM Facility Services UK Limited – Naveed Bashir APCOA Parking UK Limited – Tristan Kenny Assist Security Limited – Shani Baldwin Assist Security Limited – Luke Overy Bold Security Group (UK) Limited – Paul Tompkins CIS Security Limited […]

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We welcome our latest member – T3 Security Limited

March 18, 2026

We welcome T3 Security Limited to the membership of The ACS Pacesetters after the company achieved an SIA ACS score in the top 15% of accredited companies during their recent annual inspection. Established in 2008, this privately owned company is based Newcastle upon Tyne and provides a wide range of security services across the Midlands, […]

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Land Sheriffs awarded new contract tender with Network Rail

March 17, 2026

Specialists in smarter security, Land Sheriffs have secured a new contract tender with Network Rail, continuing their work across the Western Thames Valley area while expanding services to include dedicated trespass and welfare teams. Land Sheriffs has supported Network Rail on the Thames Valley route since August 2022, initially providing 24-hour mobile patrols to monitor […]

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Full steam ahead as S12 bolsters leadership and support functions

January 14, 2026

As the S12 Security Guarding Leadership Group marks its first three months in operation, the committee has been reflecting on everything achieved so far, and the strategic direction for the future. There has been significant interest from the industry to get involved, with hundreds of security professionals pledging their support and joining workstreams to represent […]

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Land Sheriffs mark 20th anniversary with rebrand and new website

January 7, 2026

Essex-based smarter security specialists, Land Sheriffs, have launched a fresh brand and new website to celebrate their 20-year anniversary. To mark this milestone, Land Sheriffs have unveiled an updated logo and refreshed branding, introducing a modern design that complements their established brand reputation while reflecting the ethos and position the company holds today. Alongside this, […]

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S12 welcomes new members to core leadership committee

December 22, 2025

The S12 Security Guarding Leadership Group (S12) is delighted to welcome five new members to its core committee. The S12 brings together security leaders to work as a collective with the Government, Security industry Authority, and the Security Minister. Their mandate is to address and elevate critical industry issues, promote higher standards and professionalism, enhance […]

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