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Integrated Security: In Ashworth we Trust
Protecting and securing hospitals is a complex task requiring the right combination of technical expertise and local knowledge. The requirement for a solution that is quite literally 'best in class' is paramount. And there are few better examples of an integrated solution than that at Ashworth Hospital – ...
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ASBOs are new threat for overcrowded prisons
The government's promotion of antisocial behaviour orders conflicts with its aim to reduce the country's prison population, a youth worker has warned.
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Research: any tips or tricks?
I am carrying out a review of good practice in the commissioning, design, delivery and evaluation of research across the public, private, voluntary and community sectors. The review, commissioned by the Housing Corporation and other partners, is focusing on user-led and action-based approaches such as the involvement of tenants. Key ...
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Archive TitlesUnison chief vows to step up anti-transfer campaign
The leader of Britain's largest trade union has vowed to step up the campaign against stock transfer following last week's Defend Council Housing rally at Westminster.
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Stop using prefab – it's not the answer, says select committee
Past disasters show we should be sceptical of prefab, ODPM committee tells government
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Security's Weakest Link anomaly
Integrated security management is frequently talked about as a panacea for all protection ills. Although its benefits are proven, the basic building blocks are all-too-often missing from many end user installations. In the first of a series of comment pieces supplied by the National Security Inspectorate, chief executive ...
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Archive TitlesGuardian Angels take flight in Dorset
At the press of a button, parking attendants in Dorset can now call in a 'Guardian Angel' to listen in and take the appropriate action to protect them from aggressors while they're out on patrol.
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Andy ludlow awards
Last year's Andy Ludlow Awards were presented by the Association of London Government, with support from Housing Today and the London Housing Foundation, to projects that found creative solutions to homelessness. Last year's winner received £8000 and each runner-up £2000. Six months on, Susan Wolk caught up with the winners
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The customer is always King
If regulation and licensing means that end users will have to pay more for their contract security service, it's only right they be afforded some 'added value' along the way. Is an holistic service offering the way ahead for private sector security companies? We think so – but stresses that's ...
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Prescott: more cash and a green light for ALMOs
Prescott's long-awaited 'step change' gives sector £2bn boost and kick-start for transfers
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When one size does not fit all
Few weeks ago I was invited to speak at a debate, the title of which was "Only the biggest will survive" – presumably followed by an implied question mark. Those inviting me to speak had made the understandable assumption that, because I work for a big organisation, I would argue ...
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Archive TitlesLegislation: plan your way ahead
With UK derogation on the Working Time Directive due to be lifted this coming October, clients and contractors alike will need to spend a great deal of time planning their security strategies in order to guarantee the most effective and appropriate coverage. We unravel this key piece of legislation for ...
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Security and the business agenda
We outline why it is that those end user organisations embracing a strong and effective security culture – and including within that culture a determination to make the best use of all business support resources – will be the ones to gain commercial advantage over those who view security as ...
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Archive TitlesEast Lancashire pathfinder chief prepares for action …
Wednesday's funding announcement will kick-start a £1m-plus action programme
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ACPO welcomes in-depth Special Branch report
The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has announced details of its Spring Roadshows aimed at briefing the UK's private security industry community about the implications of the Private Security Industry Act 2001.
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There's nothing fishy about digital
The security team responsible for the London Aquarium and County Hall has upgraded its interlinked CCTV control systems by adding Dedicated Micros' digital multiplex recorders
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Low fees force legal aid lawyers to abandon housing
Sector is heading for 'advice deserts' as specialist solicitors disappear from some regions
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Highland to spend £62m on improvements
Highland council has unveiled a five-year stock retention plan that will see £62m spent on maintenance and improvements.
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Moat goes for massive growth with £315m grand plan
South-eastern housebuilding boom will allow association 50% growth in three years