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NSI-approved companies had an impressive presence amongst the finalists and winners at this year’s British Security Awards which took place on 3rd July at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London.

The prestigious annual ceremony, organised by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA), celebrates the achievements, acts of bravery and innovations by BSIA members and prospective members in the security systems and guarding services sectors.

Highest standards of excellence 

As a long-term supporter of apprenticeships in the security and fire sectors, NSI was delighted to sponsor the Apprentice of the Year Award for the sixth consecutive year. This year’s winner, Terry McJimpsey of Securigroup, was recognised for his outstanding commitment to learning, professional development, and customer service excellence from his initial steps as an apprentice to his current role as Operations Centre Supervisor.

NSI was delighted to sponsor the Apprentice of the Year Award for the sixth consecutive year

NSI warmly congratulates all the winners and finalists from this year’s British Security Awards, whose achievements exemplify the highest standards of excellence in the private security sector. With 19 NSI-approved companies shortlisted as finalists and a remarkable 80 nominations among them, they are thrilled to celebrate the success of the following NSI-approved companies and representatives who emerged as winners in the following 13 categories:

  • Best Team: Westgrove Group - Templars Square Shopping Centre
  • Outstanding Act: Martyn Ward - Bidvest Noonan
  • Security Manager of the Year: Tom Meredith–Mitie
  • Gaby Hutchinson Award (Best Newcomer): Caitlyn Turner – Lodge Service
  • Apprentice of the Year: Terry McJimpsey – Securigroup
  • People Property Places - Professionally Protected Recognition Award: Enadeghe Nosakhare – STM Group
  • Mental Wellbeing Initiative: Westgrove Group – Mind over Mountains
  • EDI Champion: G4S – The Million, Securing a Socially Responsible Future
  • SME of the Year: Fenix Monitoring
  • Business of the Year: Mitie
  • Installer of the Year: Securigroup – WH Malcolm Installation
  • Environmental Project of the Year: Securigroup – Securigroup Forest
  • Contribution to Industry: Shaun Kennedy – Securitas UK

Additionally, congratulations to Ken Meanwell, Staff Officer NPCC Security Systems Group who received the Chairman’s Award, and to James Goodram of the Post Office, who was honoured with the Industry Bravery Award to a standing ovation.

Level of commitment and professionalism

Richard Fogelman, NSI Chief Executive, commented: “The British Security Awards are a highlight of the industry calendar and this year’s event was no exception. My congratulations go to all of this year’s winners and finalists, including the NSI-approved companies among them."

"For those honoured in front of their peers and industry colleagues, who understand the level of commitment and professionalism required to provide service excellence 365 days a year, it is incredibly rewarding. We wish them continued success in their future endeavours.”

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