Chief Police Officers in Scotland support SIA 
(28/06/2007)
The Security Industry Authority (SIA) and the Association of Chief Police Officers in Scotland (ACPOS) have signed a memorandum of understanding to work together in support of SIA licensing in Scotland.
ACPOS and the SIA have been working closely since early 2006 and the signing of this agreement demonstrates that ACPOS wholly supports the regulation of the private security industry in Scotland. ACPOS recognises that while the SIA holds clear responsibility for licensing and regulation of the private security industry, police forces in Scotland also have a responsibility for supporting the SIA, particularly in areas such as the sharing of information.
Chief Superintendent Andrew Laing of Fife Constabulary said: “The Security Industry plays a major role in providing a safe and secure environment for communities – whether that be safeguarding property, stewarding licensed premises or managing crowds at football matches and other major events. It is vitally important that the services they provide are professional and trustworthy and regulating activities through the SIA is a welcomed and important step forward.”
Jenny Pattinson, SIA Head of Investigation for Scotland said: “The signing of this important joint agreement with ACPOS demonstrates our commitment to maintaining the safety of the Scottish public. By working together ACPOS and the SIA can ensure those working in positions of trust in the private security industry are trained, qualified and are fit and proper people for their role.
“From 1 November it will be a criminal offence to carry out a licensable security activity in Scotland without an SIA licence or for supervisors, managers or directors of security companies to deploy unlicensed operatives. I urge those working in the private security industry in Scotland to be ready for 1 November – be licensed, be legal.”
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