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

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