SGC Security Services are pleased to announce the start of a new partnership with University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS), one of the UK’s leading teaching hospitals.
The partnership, which commenced on 1st July 2026, brings together the Trust’s longstanding commitment to the safety and wellbeing of patients, visitors and staff with SGC’s experience of working in complex healthcare environments. Under the partnership, SGC are responsible for delivering security services across the Trust’s hospital sites.
SGC will work closely with UHS to maintain high standards of security and safeguarding, helping to support the smooth operation of hospital services and a positive experience across the Trust.
Simon Anderson, Commercial Director at SGC Security Services, said:
“This partnership is built on a shared commitment to continuous improvement and delivering high standards in a complex and fast-paced healthcare environment. We understand the unique challenges that NHS organisations face, and our focus is on working in true partnership with the Trust to strengthen safety, security and safeguarding, while supporting the people who deliver these services every day.”
A strong emphasis will be placed on partnership working, with SGC and Trust teams collaborating closely to ensure services remain aligned to the evolving needs of a busy NHS hospital environment.
Bertie Young, Associate Director of Facilities at UHS, said:
“We are pleased to welcome SGC Security Services as our new security partner and look forward to working together to maintain safe, secure and welcoming hospital environments.
Security teams play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operation of our services, helping our hospitals operate effectively around the clock while providing reassurance to patients, visitors and staff.”
SGC are committed to supporting training, professional development, safeguarding responsibilities and wellbeing initiatives, ensuring officers are equipped, confident and supported in their roles. This includes maintaining awareness of safeguarding procedures, recognising and responding to concerns, and helping to create a safe environment. Reflecting the vital contribution security colleagues make to customer experience, safety and staff wellbeing across the hospital.
Emma Doyle, Sales Director at SGC Security Services, said:
“A hospital never stands still, and neither should the security that supports it. Our role is to help create an environment where staff can focus on delivering care, patients feel safe, and visitors feel welcome.
We look forward to developing a strong partnership and building on the Trust’s commitment to safety, security and safeguarding, while investing in the people who deliver these essential services every day.”
This partnership reflects a shared ambition to continually enhance patient experience, support staff wellbeing and ensure security services evolve in line with the Trust’s wider objectives through a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
This announcement has also been featured in: Facilitate Magazine, Facilities Management Journal, BSIA, and Infologue
