December 22, 2025

We wish all our members, their staff, and the companies and individuals that support The ACS Pacesetters a very Happy Christmas and prosperous 2026. This year our membership has increased to 91 companies and The ACS Pacesetters Security Officer of Distinction Awards recognised some outstanding work in 2025. Nominations will be opening in January for our […]

December 11, 2025

We welcome Assist Security Limited to the membership of The ACS Pacesetters after the company achieved an SIA ACS score in the top 15% of accredited companies. Assist Security has over 30 years of experience in delivering bespoke professional security services to their extensive client list. The company offers a range of services including  Manned […]

December 8, 2025

Security experts, Land Sheriffs, have reached a major milestone, having made over 500 potentially life-saving interventions across the UK rail network. Land Sheriffs provide manned security at railway stations throughout the South East and beyond. Their officers are frequently called upon to support vulnerable individuals who arrive at stations in deep emotional distress and may […]

December 1, 2025

S12 opens nominations for an additional two seats on its leadership committee, inviting senior security executives to help represent and shape the UK guarding industry Successful candidates will join an established group working alongside the Security Minister and Security Industry Authority to raise standards, shape policy, and improve public safety Leaders from across the security […]

November 21, 2025

Jonathan Swales was given a 4-month prison sentence suspended 12 months after pleading guilty to making a false statement to the Security Industry Authority. On 28 October 2025, Jonathan Swales appeared at Laganside Courts and pleaded guilty to one count of making a false statement to the SIA. This is an offence under Section 22 […]

November 20, 2025

We are delighted to be working in partnership with Checking Your Staff who provide a range of vetting services. In recognition of The ACS Pacesetters members achieving an SIA ACS score in the top 15% of all accredited companies, Checking Your Staff are offering a discount on their standard charge for vetting to BS7858. The […]

With November 2025 marking the annual White Ribbon Day in England and Wales, specialist security experts, Land Sheriffs, are showing their commitment to the cause with the achievement of their White Ribbon accreditation. White Ribbon is the leading charity dedicated to engaging men and boys in preventing violence against women and girls. The organisation works […]

November 18, 2025

We are delighted to be partnering with Steroplast Healthcare which will enable the members of The ACS Pacesetters to receive discounts on their medical products. We have sent an email to our members with the discount code, but if you haven’t received this yet and wish to purchase goods, please contact us. Steroplast Healthcare provides […]

October 24, 2025

We are delighted to welcome StrongGuard Security UK to the membership of The ACS Pacesetters after achieving an SIA ACS score in the top 15% of accredited companies. Established in 2011, this privately owned company based in Manchester, provides a range of security services to their long-term clients throughout the UK including Security Guarding, Monitoring […]

October 9, 2025

We are delighted to announce that Advantage One Security is the latest company to join the ACS Pacesetters after achieving an SIA ACS score in the top 15% of accredited companies. This privately owned company has just celebrated its 25th anniversary. Advantage One Security provides a range of security services throughout the UK from traditional […]