As summer gives way to autumn and winter, businesses across the UK should consider whether their security arrangements still meet the needs of their changing environment. Shorter daylight hours, darker evenings, increased bad weather and seasonal changes in footfall can all affect how businesses operate. For some organisations, the festive period can also bring increased customer activity, deliveries, staffing changes and valuable stock on site. These changing circumstances can mean that a...

Compliance remains a significant focus across the UK private security industry. In September 2026, HMRC confirmed that it is working with the Security Industry Authority (SIA) on tax compliance within private security, including joint operational activity. Enforcement activity has already taken place in Canterbury and Manchester, with HMRC highlighting investigations involving labour fraud and serious tax fraud. For legitimate security businesses and their clients, developments such as these...

Security planning is entering an important new phase as the UK prepares for the implementation of the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act, commonly known as Martyn’s Law, something we're following closely here at Carter Security, providing you with relevant updates via our blog section. On 11th September 2026, the Security Industry Authority (SIA) published an update outlining its role in implementation. Work includes determining which premises and events fall within scope, developing...