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Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

It is with much sorrow that we learn of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. We offer our condolences to the Royal Family and pay tribute to the extraordinary life, service, dedication and achievements of the Queen. We join the nation in mourning at this very sad time.

UK Policing at the 2022 Southampton International Boat Show

UK Policing at the 2022 Southampton International Boat Show

UK Policing will be at one of the biggest boat shows in the country this month, highlighting the work that the Marine Units undertake policing the county’s marine communities, as well as raising awareness of steps that can be taken to prevent the theft of marine equipment.

Yale achieve SBD Secure Connected Device accreditation

Yale achieve SBD Secure Connected Device accreditation

Yale have become one of the first companies to achieve the Secured by Design (SBD) Secure Connected Device accreditation, with their Conexis L1 Smart Lock achieving the required standard for both its physical and cyber security attributes.

"Our products are designed for ultimate security performance"

"Our products are designed for ultimate security performance"

Lincolnshire-based George Barnsdale and Sons have renewed their membership with Secured by Design, the official police security initiative.

SBD approved Asgard Bike Shed foils attempted bike theft

SBD approved Asgard Bike Shed foils attempted bike theft

A Secured by Design approved Asgard Bike Shed has foiled thieves, keeping bikes within it safe and secure during an attempted burglary, despite the use of a drill and crowbars by thieves.

UK and Ireland’s leading rooflight manufacturer, Brett Martin Daylight Systems renews membership with Secured by Design for a further three years

UK and Ireland’s leading rooflight manufacturer, Brett Martin Daylight Systems renews membership with Secured by Design for a further three years

Brett Martin Daylight Systems, the leading rooflight manufacturer across the UK and Ireland has recently renewed its membership for a further three years with the official police security initiative, Secured by Design (SBD).

Protect a Cycle range awarded higher security certification

Protect a Cycle range awarded higher security certification

Protect a CycleTM metal bicycle stores have been awarded improved certification acknowledging their higher levels of security and confirming their compliance with the Home Quality Mark and Secured by Design (SBD) Homes Award.

New national police lead for security systems appointed

New national police lead for security systems appointed

Deputy Chief Constable Ciaron Irvine has been appointed as the National Police lead for security systems.

Garden security – keeping your sanctuary safe

Garden security – keeping your sanctuary safe

Secured by Design member company DefendaStrip was included as part of the design scheme at RHS Hyde Hall in Essex August for the Secured Garden. Here DefendaStrip's Sally Sprange discusses the topic of garden security. 

Pre-hung doorset specialists, ABL Doors renew membership with Secured by Design

Pre-hung doorset specialists, ABL Doors renew membership with Secured by Design

Essex-based, pre-hung doorset fabrication and installation specialists, ABL Doors and Windows Ltd have renewed their membership with the official police security initiative, Secured by Design (SBD).

Cycle security advice

Cycle security advice

Cycle security is always an issue with thefts from a variety of locations including town centres, residential areas, and educational establishments. In this blog Stephen Armson-Smith from Essex Police looks at steps that can be taken to reduce the likelihood of your bike being stolen.

Garden’s crime prevention tips

Garden’s crime prevention tips

The Secured Garden that proved such a hit at the at this year’s Royal Horticultural Society Hyde Hall Summer Flower Show had many techniques incorporated into it to deter opportunistic burglars – and these techniques can be used in any front or rear garden.