S E C U R I T Y O R G A N I S A T I O N S ’ V I E W S


What will 2013 bring to the world


of security?


Adrian Leppard Commissioner City of London Police


The constantly evolving world of technology ensures the world never stands still. Policing is no exception to


this rule. In 2012 the City of London Police has been at the forefront of the national response to cyber crime, with the National Fraud Intelligence Bureau handling tens of thousands of reports of internet-enabled fraud. The force is also working beyond our shores to confront what is fast emerging as a major threat to global societies, with our Economic Crime Directorate now part of an international law enforcement / government / private sector alliance working to improve cyber security.


The challenge for cyber policing in 2013 is to continue to get to grips with the devils we know whilst accepting and expecting to come face-to-face with the devils we don’t. It is also about understanding how technology which is being exploited by the criminals – social media, smart phones, cloud computing – can be put to good work by law enforcement. Businesses have a role to play in this as well.


A major priority for me, as always, is to keep the City safe for businesses and residents. Our security partners continue to play a vital role and I look forward to building on that relationship in 2013, and to contribute towards making City offices an better place to do business.


Keeping company and personal data secure may require the investment of extra time and cost the organisation additional money, but this is a very small price to pay to keep cyber criminals out.


Baroness Ruth Henig Chairman SIA


Don Randall, MBE Chair City of London Crime Prevention Association


Firstly, I would like to wish you, your partners and loved ones a joyous and safe New Year!


2012 was probably the most demanding in Policing and Preventative terms for a long time, the aftermath of the August 2011 disturbances, the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, the Olympics plus the ever increasing threat from cyber crime added to our business-as- usual society crime related issues. Well done everyone for getting us through this period and placing us in a strong position to deal with all that 2013 may throw at us.


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The creation of CSSC (Cross-sector Safety and Security Communications project), maximising on already established partnerships, Project


Griffin to name but one of many, was both a success and a pathway for the future. There are no boundaries, local, national and international where this can’t go. It is yet another example where the City of London Crime Prevention Association has aligned itself to a preventative initiative which is both interoperable and internationally transferable. The CoLCPA and City Security magazine are proud to be engaged in the future of this unique initiative.


The decision to distribute the magazine on a national basis was clearly right and we hope you find it beneficial and thank you for your continued support.


I am confident that we in the private sector can support our Law Enforcement colleagues and our communities in any challenges we may face going forward.


Our main focus will remain the protection of the public – that is first and foremost what the SIA is about. In doing that


we will be working towards: a new focus on business licensing; ensuring that there are standards for fit and proper businesses across the industry; and improving the way we deliver our services – making them more accessible and straightforward for those working in the industry.


The Home Office has launched proposals for a new regulatory regime for the UK’s private security industry, which will be subject to final approval from ministers. We encourage all enforcement partners, security suppliers, security buyers and front line staff to give their views on how the industry should develop. The consultation paper is available on the Home Office website: www.homeoffice.gov.uk/publications/about- us/consultations/private-security-regulation/ and closes on 15 January 2013.


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