FALSE HOLD-UP ALARMS
This circular addresses the issue of false hold-up alarms, which are a significant drain on police resources. It highlights a study by Essex Police that recorded numerous false calls and urges approved companies to take action to reduce these incidents.
Read MoreRelease of the ‘National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) Police Operational Advice and Security Industry Requirements for Response to Security Systems’ 2025
The NPCC has released updated requirements for response to security systems in 2025, which apply to all installers and ARCs in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Key updates include increased documentation robustness, clearer compliance expectations, and revisions to appendices reflecting best practices in the security industry.
Read MoreNational Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) Police Operational Advice and Security Industry Requirements for Response to Security Systems 2025: Changes from the 2024 Requirements
This circular letter outlines the changes made to the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) Police Operational Advice and Security Industry Requirements for Response to Security Systems for 2025, detailing various modifications and additions to compliance requirements. It serves to inform stakeholders of the updated requirements and clarifications necessary for adherence.
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