Coalition law and order spending cuts ‘pushing police to breaking point’
The Coalition government’s budget restraints and spending cuts are pushing the police to the brink of crisis, according to the Police Federation of England and Wales.
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Wavestore predicts 360 degree cameras and video analytics to be stars of IFSEC
Chris Williams, Director of Wavestore, believes that the current economic climate will stimulate considerable interest in the 360 degree camera and video analytics solutions on show at IFSEC 2013.
SQ-4 Recon UAV is ‘ideal’ to help soldiers search and penetrate enemy buildings
BCB International has developed the SQ-4 Recon unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) and claims the palm-sized drone “takes surveillance to new heights”.
Building analytics markets in the Middle East and US to expand, claims new study
The markets for building analytics used in the Middle East and US will both see triple-digit growth over the next five years, according to a report by IMS Research – now part of IHS Inc.
Opinion: Welfare reform and the effect on lone workers
The much-publicised Welfare Reform Bill, which will begin coming into effect in April 2013, will radically alter the benefits system. For Housing Associations and Social Landlords, whose income comes primarily from rent, which in turn is dependent upon Housing Benefit, these changes will mean a total re-evaluation of their procedures in how they support, communicate with and set financial agreements with their customers.
Vivotek launches expert certificate program for distributors and system integrators
Vivotek has announced the launch of the Vivotek Expert Certificate Program (VEC), which is available exclusively to official Vivotek distributors and system integrators to cultivate experts in products, solutions and technology.
Midlands security duo given regional BSIA award for going ‘above and beyond’
Two security professionals from Burton on Trent have won a prestigious Regional Security Personnel Award for implementing new gatehouse security procedures to streamline operations.
British businesses urged by experts to exploit security exporting potential
Security companies across the UK need to take advantage of the opportunities available from exporting their services to meet a growing demand from overseas, according to two industry experts.
North West Security Supervisor rewarded for technology expertise
A Security Supervisor from The Mall in Blackburn has won a prestigious award for leading the way on a host of technology projects to assist staff and the local police.
ASSA ABLOY announces upgrade to Aperio Offline wireless technology
ASSA ABLOY has unveiled its cost-effective control solution Aperio Offline, which integrates mechanical doors into access control systems without any wiring whatsoever.