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

As Armed Forces Week approaches its end, leading us into Armed Forces Day tomorrow, it is an important time to recognise the contribution of serving personnel, veterans and reservists across the UK. At SGC Security Services, this commitment goes beyond words. As Gold Award holders of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme, we are proud to actively support those who have served, creating meaningful opportunities for long term careers within the

Introduction The UK Government has announced an increase in the national terrorism threat level from Substantial to Severe, meaning a terrorist attack is considered highly likely based on current intelligence. In response, SGC Security Services are reinforcing proportionate security measures across our operations. The safety of our staff, customers and the wider public remains our highest priority, and we continue to work closely with clients and partners to maintain safe, well‑managed environments.

The International Professional Security Association (IPSA) has announced the appointment of SGC’s Managing Director and Founder, Paul Macarthur, as its new Director of Partnerships and Sponsorship, strengthening the organisation’s leadership at a pivotal time for the security profession. With more than 30 years of experience across the security sector, Paul brings a depth of operational knowledge, strategic insight and commercial understanding that aligns closely with IPSA’s mission to raise standards and support

We are delighted to announce that Charlotte Wigg, our Head of Crowd Safety & Events, has been officially recognised as a Frontline Ambassador by the International Professional Security Association (IPSA).  A Journey of Dedication and Leadership With over seven years of experience in the security sector, Charlotte’s career has evolved from supporting bars and nightclubs to leading operations at some of the UK’s most prestigious stadiums. Her expertise in crowd safety and

Reflecting on a Key Leadership Appointment At the close of 2025, SGC Security Services made a significant move to drive its commercial ambitions into the new year, appointing Emma Doyle as Sales Director. Announced in December and effective from 8th December 2025, this appointment marks a pivotal step in SGC’s ongoing growth strategy and reinforces its commitment to delivering “Excellence as Standard” across the UK’s security sector. Who is Emma Doyle? Emma

The National Association for Healthcare Security (NAHS) Awards represent the pinnacle of achievement and innovation in UK healthcare security. On 26th November 2025, SGC Security Services was proud to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the industry’s finest, celebrating a year of progress, partnership, and recognition. Four Nominees, One Standard: Excellence This year, SGC Security Services received multiple nominations – clear testament to our commitment to operational excellence, diversity, and sector leadership: Jennifer Gibson-Jones: Double

On Thursday 6th November, SGC Security Services’ Director of Corporate Governance, David Wilson, officially receive our Gold Award in the 2025 Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. Presented by the UK Ministry of Defence, aboard the historic HMS Belfast, this prestigious honour represents the highest level of recognition an employer can achieve for their commitment to the armed forces community.   What is the Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award? The Employer Recognition