Local authorities still at high risk of data breach incidents
A series of Freedom of Information (FoI) requests targeting local authorities across the UK shows that public sector organisations continue to struggle with data security, with thousands of breaches and incidents reported during 2024. The figures, compiled by Apricorn and collected from 27 UK councils, indicate that over 2,400 suspected data breaches occurred across the sector […]
5 Minutes With… Darren Berryman, Selectaglaze Technical Sales Manager and in-house security expert
In the latest instalment of our security industry executive interview series we spoke to Selectaglaze Technical Sales Manager and in-house security expert Darren Berryman (pictured, above middle) about the ongoing impact of climate change and geo-political tensions on the sector, the opportunities presented by Net Zero for energy-efficient solutions, the emergence of AI and positive […]
69 per cent of UK businesses self-disclose data breaches to the ICO
UK businesses are reporting a greater number of data breaches than ever before, with 69 per cent of organisations self-disclosing a breach or potential breach to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) in the past year, up significantly from 53 per cent in 2024. That’s according to annual research from Apricorn, which says the shift could also […]
INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT: AlertMedia – Built for security teams that need to move fast and get it right
Security leaders are asked to do more than ever. Monitor global threats. Protect people across multiple locations. Keep travelers informed and out of harm’s way. Coordinate an effective response when every second counts. Most systems make that harder. They scatter critical information, slow down communication, and leave too much to chance. AlertMedia brings it all […]
SURVEILLANCE & MONITORING MONTH: Integrating your surveillance needs into unified Security Operations Centres
The future of security infrastructure is being defined by convergence. Security Operations Centres (SOCs) are no longer siloed hubs of disparate systems. Instead, forward-thinking organisations attending the Total Security Summit in both public and private sectors are adopting unified SOC platforms, integrating surveillance, access control, and intrusion detection into a single, cohesive operational environment… At […]
Your invite to October’s Total Security Summit
You are invited to an exclusive networking event designed to connect top-tier suppliers with senior security professionals actively seeking new solutions. Total Security Summit Monday 20th – Tuesday 21st October Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre, London Heathrow This is more than just another industry event. It’s a focused, two-day experience where you’ll have the chance […]
July 2025 is Incident Management & Assessment Month on Security Briefing – Here’s how to get involved!
Each month on Security Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the security market – and in July we’ll be focussing on Incident Management & Assessment. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help security buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a supplier of […]
Case study: Discreet blast resistant solution for windows
Selectaglaze, specialists in bespoke secondary glazing, were chosen to bring their expertise to the Banqueting House, in London, Whitehall. This magnificent Grade I listed building is the grandest and best-known example of the architectural genre of banqueting houses and the only large withstanding component of the Palace of Whitehall. It was designed by Inigo Jones in 1619-22 […]
SURVEILLANCE & MONITORING MONTH: How urban security is evolving with IoT and edge computing
As the UK’s cities strive to become smarter and, hopefully, more secure, the role of surveillance has evolved beyond CCTV. Forward-thinking local authorities and large urban estates are increasingly investing in integrated IoT (Internet of Things) and edge computing technologies to modernise their security operations. The result is a new era of real-time, data-driven surveillance […]
More organisations should be prioritising supply chain security, says research
Only 36% of organisations report having full observability into their software supply chain through their artifact management solution, highlighting a persistent blind spot despite a spate of high-profile software supply chain attacks, including XZ Utils, Log4j and tj-actions/changed files incident. The findings, from research conducted by Cloudsmith, accompany a growing movement towards greater observability, driven by […]
