The stabbing of a nurse at Royal Oldham Hospital has highlighted urgent concerns about NHS staff safety, according to leading healthcare security provider Assist Security Group (ASG). The incident, which occurred in the hospital’s acute medical unit at 23:30 GMT on Saturday, left a nurse in her fifties with life-changing injuries. A 37-year-old man… Continue reading Calls For Enhanced NHS Staff Protection Following Oldham Stabbing Incident
Following the assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in Manhattan, Assist Security Group (ASG) has identified an unprecedented shift in threats facing corporate leaders. The incident has raised serious concerns about executive safety, particularly across healthcare, legal practices, and fossil fuel sectors. Intelligence analysis reveals a pattern of premeditated targeting, evidenced by shell casings… Continue reading ASG Alerts Corporate Sector to New Era of Executive Security Threats
The latest figures from a Sky News and Association of Convenience Stores survey confirm an alarming surge in retail crime, with 80% of shopkeepers reporting criminal incidents within a single week in October. The study also shows that 94% of retailers believe shoplifting has worsened over the past year. “These statistics confirm what we’ve… Continue reading Retail Crime Wave Demands Enhanced Security Response
Property management company Ashdown Phillips has appointed Assist Security Group (ASG) for a further three years to provide security officers for the Arbor building located at 255 Blackfriars Road on London’s South Bank. “We are delighted to continue to partner with Ashdown Phillips to secure the innovative Arbor workspace,” said Troy Hewitt, managing director… Continue reading ASG Awarded New Security Contract for Sustainable Arbor Workspace
The recent Kingston Crown Court finding regarding a planned terrorist attack on Duncan Lewis Solicitors highlights escalating security risks facing legal professionals, according to leading security experts Assist Security Group, ASG. The incident, where an armed assailant targeted the firm’s immigration team, underscores the need for comprehensive security measures within the legal sector. “The… Continue reading ASG Warns of Escalating Security Risks to Law Firms Following Recent Attack
Bridge the Gap: Integrate your operational security, risk management, and intelligence functions. Silos can lead to vulnerabilities; a unified approach ensures comprehensive protection. Invest in Quality Personnel: Consider hiring fewer, but more capable security professionals. Well-trained, customer-facing security personnel can significantly enhance your security posture and organisational image. Leverage In-House Intelligence: Develop or outsource an… Continue reading Key Takeaways for Organisational Security In a Time of National Risk
Assist Security Group (ASG), a leading provider of risk management and intelligence services, today welcomed the inclusion of Martyn’s Law in the King’s Speech at the opening of Parliament on 17 July 2024. The long-awaited legislation, drafted as the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill, marks a significant step forward in counter-terrorism efforts across the UK.… Continue reading ASG Welcomes Martyn’s Law in King’s Speech and Urges Venues to Prepare
Assist Security Group (ASG), a leading provider of bespoke security solutions, has announced several key appointments to bolster its leadership and operational capabilities. With a focus on delivering world-class protection and personable service, ASG has welcomed Adam Stilwell, Sandra Luvango, Ledion Bala, Ricco Appea, Rob High, and Patrick O’Sullivan to its team. Adam Stilwell… Continue reading ASG Strengthens Team with Strategic Appointments
Assist Security Group (ASG), a supplier of bespoke security to premium brands, has been appointed by Bonhams to provide onsite guarding services for its flagship London salerooms in New Bond Street and Knightsbridge. This follows security deployments in Amsterdam, Dublin and Vienna for the internationally renowned auction house founded in 1793. Bonhams’ New Bond… Continue reading Bonhams Auction House Appoints ASG for Security Guarding
BBC News Story Shoplifting Surge: The High Street’s New Crisis The UK’s retail sector is grappling with an alarming surge in shoplifting, as revealed in a recent BBC interview with Dame Sharon White, the boss of John Lewis, and by other senior retailers. Over the past year, theft has reached what many are… Continue reading Retail Crime Response Sep 2023
