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LGB+: ‘We would visit pubs, bars and nightclubs more if we felt safer’

LGB+: ‘We would visit pubs, bars and nightclubs more if we felt safer’

Individuals from the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual (LGB+) community say they feel far less safe in licensed premises today than they did prior to the pandemic, according to a YouGov survey.

Smart Homes security advice

Smart Homes security advice

As part of National Home Security Month, Neil Sinclair, the National Cyber Lead for the Police Digital Security Centre takes a look at Smart Homes. Neil was recognised in the latest edition of The Progress 1000: London's most influential people for his work in Technology & Cyber Security.

"The opportunity to join a recognised, industry-approved organisation will allow us to offer our clients the additional confidence"

"The opportunity to join a recognised, industry-approved organisation will allow us to offer our clients the additional confidence"

Cannock window supplier Douglas Commercial Fabrications has joined Secured by Design, the official police security initiative with an extensive range of doorsets and windows having achieved Police Preferred Specification. 

Secured by Design at the MLA Expo

Secured by Design at the MLA Expo

Secured by Design (SBD), the official police crime prevention initiative, will be at the MLA Expo at the Telford International Centre from 22nd to 24th October 2021.

Why the Police ‘Talking Head’ of COP26 is a ‘big fan’ of Secured by Design

Why the Police ‘Talking Head’ of COP26 is a ‘big fan’ of Secured by Design

With the COP26 global climate conference in Glasgow just a few days away, Police Scotland Assistant Chief Constable (ACC) Gary Ritchie, who is a Director of Police Crime Prevention Initiatives, took a break from his busy schedule to talk about policing the summit, his personal achievements, the importance of structured partnership working and the future of crime prevention.

Licensing SAVI launches to 300 pubs, bars and clubs across West Yorkshire to improve safety for staff and customers

Licensing SAVI launches to 300 pubs, bars and clubs across West Yorkshire to improve safety for staff and customers

West Yorkshire’s high profile Violence Reduction Unit, which is part of the Mayoral Combined Authority and leads a number of partner organisations across the county to tackle violent crime, today announces the launch of a pioneering licensing initiative to improve the safety and security of bars, pubs, clubs, restaurants and hotels.

Don’t overlook your home security

Don’t overlook your home security

As part of National Home Security Month Secured by Design member company Selectamark are taking the opportunity to remind people of the security measures they can take to protect their homes, bicycles and property such as mobile phones and power tools.

"SBD has helped our business grow and strengthen our position within the sector”

"SBD has helped our business grow and strengthen our position within the sector”

Experts in home improvements, Britannia Windows have renewed their membership with the official police security initiative Secured by Design.

"Their progressive scheme ensures all buildings conform to high standards"

"Their progressive scheme ensures all buildings conform to high standards"

Essex-based LSF Commercial have renewed their membership with Secured by Design, the official police security initiative, with an extensive range of doorsets and windows having achieved Police Preferred Specification.

Brendan Loughran & Sons renew their membership with Secured by Design

Brendan Loughran & Sons renew their membership with Secured by Design

Omagh-based contractors Brendan Loughran & Sons, suppliers and installers of high-quality Kommerling PVCu windows and doors, have renewed their membership with the official police security initiative, Secured by Design.

Ensure your garden is Safe & Secure

Ensure your garden is Safe & Secure

As part of National Home Security Month Essex Police look at some simple steps that you can take to keep your garden safe and secure.

The Safety Letterbox Company Parcel Box solution assists community trust

The Safety Letterbox Company Parcel Box solution assists community trust

Repton Community Trust are a Kent based charity dedicated to "putting the heart in communities" by working with the community in and around Ashford. The Trust runs Repton Connect Community Centre which opened in October 2018 and has become a well-loved, impactful addition to the community.