Kazakhstan Embassy

An immaculate and prestigious building adding to our list of high profile clientele

Yesterday we were informed that we have been chosen to protect the Kazakhstan Embassy in the UK. This recent success adds to securing a further two years on our Brent Council Security contract confirmed in November. It seems that we have survived the recession and that we are entering a period of growth.


SGP are now providing us with additional work and we are tendering for a new long term NHS contract in Southampton for SGP too!


This year we also secured a contract with NACRO in Newbury and a property management company in Stevenage. All these contracts are permanent sites and 2010 will go down as one of our more favourable years in recent times.

From A.A. Security we wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Able Smith House - from strength to strength!

We are proud to announce that we have secured a new contract with a new client to protect the prestigious Able Smith House in Stevenage. The property is part of a large complex owned by our clients of which part is leased on a long term agreement to Stevenage Council.

This site as it stands will be a permanent feature of the A.A. Security portfolio for as long as officers are able to provide a high calibre service. With this in mind, knowing how we operate I can only see that this contract is ours for a very long period indeed.

The contract is to begin on the 1st August 2010 and preparations are already in place for a smooth transition. We will report on progress at this site some time in the new year.

Freedom Fighters

Crime Reduction Charity - chooses A.A. Security for protection of its property!

Nacro a charity whose main aim is to reduce crime have selected A.A. Security for the protection of one of their buildings. The contract which started in February is one of the first large contracts that we have secured this year.

Nacro are a large established group and from their website I include their main aims:

"Nacro reduces crime by changing lives. We work with young people at risk of getting caught up in crime and with offenders to help them participate positively in society.

Our vision is of a safer, more inclusive society. To achieve that, we want to see comprehensive preventive and resettlement services available across England and Wales. Helping people access basic services, such as housing and education, and providing opportunities for rehabilitation offer them the best possible chance of turning their lives around.

Our services tackle the social causes of crime and deal with offenders and ex-offenders in ways that are most likely to prevent or stop antisocial behaviour and offending. We encourage people to take responsibility for their own lives and aim to involve those using our services in their development.

We draw on our expertise and experience to campaign for change. We lobby for a more integrated, joined-up approach to reducing offending, and to persuade policy makers that changing lives really is the most effective way to tackle crime."

The contract is a permanent contract and we hope to challenge for the protection of more of their premises portfolio over the next few years.

This contract is a partnership between a crime prevention charity and a crime prevention partner!

Wilson Chowdhry will speak to 25,000 people at IFSEC Conference and Exhibition!

IFSEC is the world's leading global annual security event, uniting over 25,000 security professionals with more than 600 world leading companies. The exhibition also boasts a comprehensive educational programme. The event will run for 3 days from the 10-12 May 2010 and entry is free.

At the event series of conference modules are presented alongside the exhibition which delegates can attend to keep up-to-date with key issues, hear the very latest in legislative and technological developments, and share best practice.

Wilson Chowdhry the Vice Chair has been invited to give a presentation on on 11th May 2010 about corporate security. Wilson's session begins at 15:05 and he will be joined by the following speakers inter alia;

• Neil Stansfield, OSCT Deputy Director for Science & Technology, The Home Office
• Chris Phillips GCGI, MSyI., DCI Head of The National Counter Terrorism Security Office (NaCTSO)
• Simon Whitehorn, Security Management Specialist, Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health Foundation Trust
• John Shaw, Managing Director Police Support Services, G4S
• Steve Kemsley, Head of Industry Engagement, Olympic & Paralympic Security Directorate
• Mike Hurst, Vice Chairman – Strategy, ASIS International Chapter 208
• Don Randall MBE, Head of Security, Bank of England
• Paul Mackie, Compliance Director, Camerawatch Ltd
• Jonas Andersson, Axis Communications & Chairman of Steering Committee, ONVIF

[These are but a few of the guest speakers to the event we will provide a more comprehensive list once the organisers have completed the schedule.]

The topics Wilson will be covering as part of his presentation include:

15:05 Prioritising and contingency planning
Managing risk and ensuring you are focusing on the right priorities
Planning for essential business continuity and crisis management on a budget
Taking a holistic approach to corporate security

Learn more about the event here:

http://www.ifsec.co.uk/

The event organisers said;

"Thank you so much for your call today letting me know that you have agreed to speak at the IFSEC conference this year. I am thrilled that you would like to participate in the conference and I can therefore confirm your involvement as a speaker at 15:05 on 11th May 2010."

Get a pension! it could be a life saver!

Outdated pension savings mechanism!

We have noticed that few employees have applied to join our company pension scheme. For your benefit, we would advise you that all employees have access to a Company Stakeholder Pension Scheme. This meets the minimum legal standards required of employers.

We would encourage employees to join up to our pension scheme to plan for your future retirement. This could ensure that you are able to uphold your standard of living through your elderly years and will provide much needed funds at a difficult period of your life.

Employees are encouraged to seek advice relating to how membership of the pension scheme correlates with the level of state pension provided by the department for Work and Pensions. If you would like further advice we can facilitate expert advice for any staff wishing to initiate or investigate further potential pension arrangements.