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The Security Institute - Insider Risk Conference
2026-04-22 09:30 - 16:30 UTC | The Edwardian Manchester, Free Trade Hall, Peters Street, Manchester, M2 5GP, United Kingdom
Venue: The Edwardian Manchester, Free Trade Hall, Peters Street, Manchester, M2 5GP
Date: Wednesday 22nd April 2026
Time: 09:30 – 16:30
Collaborating to Reframe Insider Risk builds on the momentum of last year’s sold-out event, returning with a renewed focus on how organisations can manage insider risk more effectively by building high-trust environments rather than relying on fear, suspicion, or control. This full-day conference brings together security professionals, HR teams, and business leaders to challenge traditional approaches to insider risk and explore why it is a shared organisational issue, influenced by culture, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration.
Morning sessions feature real-world insights from experienced practitioners on identifying and addressing insider risk in ways that support trust, early intervention, and employee wellbeing. In the afternoon, attendees will take part in a collaborative tabletop exercise, working across disciplines to explore realistic scenarios and test responses that balance security needs with organisational values.
Open to both security and non-security professionals—including colleagues from HR, Legal, Operations, and Finance—this event is designed for organisations looking to move from reactive risk management to a more proactive, trust-based approach to insider risk.
To encourage cross-team collaboration, Security Institute members are invited to attend with one non-security colleague. When both tickets are added to the basket, the non-security professional ticket is free of charge!
*Simply add both tickets to your basket and continue to checkout for the discount to be applied.*

Full agenda: TBC
If you are interested in sponsoring this event, please reach out to events@security-institute.org.
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The Security Event 2026
2026-04-28 09:00 - 2026-04-30 17:00 | NEC Birmingham, Pendigo Way, Marston Green, Birmingham, West Midlands, B40 1NT, United Kingdom
Date: Tuesday 28th – Thursday 30th of April 2026
Location: NEC Birmingham
The Security Event is the United Kingdom’s leading exhibition for the commercial, enterprise and domestic security sectors. Taking place from 28 to 30 April 2026 at the NEC Birmingham, it brings together over 17,000 professionals and more than 450 exhibitors under one roof. Created by the industry for the industry, the event provides a dedicated platform for manufacturers, distributors, installers, integrators, consultants and end users to connect, learn and do business.
Across three days, visitors can explore the latest security innovations and technologies through live demonstrations and product showcases from leading global brands. The event also features a comprehensive, CPD-accredited education programme, offering seminars, workshops and case studies led by experts and thought leaders. This ensures that attendees gain valuable insights into current developments, emerging trends and key regulatory updates shaping the future of security.
Beyond the exhibition and learning opportunities, The Security Event is a hub for professional networking, fostering collaboration and new partnerships across all areas of the industry. Whether sourcing new products, strengthening business relationships or staying informed about the latest challenges and solutions in the sector, attendees benefit from an engaging and focused environment designed to advance security knowledge and practice in the UK and beyond.

IRSIG Webinar - 'Establishing a Personnel Security Framework'
2026-05-13 13:00 - 14:00
Date: Wednesday 13th May 2026
Time: 13:00 – 14:00 ( GMT )
Venue: Online
Event Overview
This session sets the foundation for building a strong and sustainable Personnel Security (PerSec) Framework. The webinar focuses on the third pillar, Pre Employment screening, and gives three steps that the audience can implement to develop their PerSec Framework.
It is primarily aimed at an audience that needs to install an Insider Risk Program, but doesn’t know where to start, or has limited resources.
Speaker
Paul is a Personnel Security Consultant currently working with the National Physical Laboratory. As Co‑Chair of the Insider Risk SIG, he is dedicated to driving higher standards across the industry. His work focuses on advancing personnel security practices and supporting organisations in building effective insider risk management capabilities.

The session will focus on :

This webinar introduces the Personnel Security Framework, describes the third pillar, Pre Employment Screening, and gives three steps that the audience can implement to develop their PerSec Framework. It is primarily aimed at an audience that needs to install an Insider Risk Program, but doesn’t know where to start or have limited resources.

** Open to Members & Non Members **

CTSIG Webinar -SIA Consultation for Section 12 Guidance
2026-05-29 13:00 - 14:00
Date: Friday 29th May 2026
Time: 13:00 – 14:00 ( GMT )
Venue: Online

The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is inviting organisations and professionals who may fall within the scope of Martyn’s Law – the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 – to review and provide feedback on its draft statutory guidance ahead of implementation.

To help you understand what this means for you, the SIA will be hosting a webinar which explains:

What Martyn’s Law means in practice
The SIA’s proposed role as regulator
Key points from the draft guidance
How to take part in the consultation before it closes

There will also be an opportunity to ask questions.

Martyn’s Law, named in memory of Martyn Hett who tragically lost his life in the Manchester Arena attack, is designed to improve public safety by ensuring venues and events are better prepared to respond to potential terrorist threats.

The SIA’s consultation is an important opportunity for organisations to understand how the SIA intends to regulate when Martyn’s Law comes into force – expected in ​Spring 2027.

The consultation closes at 11:59pm on Friday 12 June 2026. You can respond online on GOV.UK: Martyn’s Law: draft section 12 statutory guidance – GOV.UK

** Open to SyI Members only **

POSTPONED N&R + NI Webinar - An Introduction to Radiological Security
2026-06-04 12:00 - 13:00
New Date: TBC
Time: TBC
Venue: Online
Event Overview
Radioactive materials are used across many sectors and beneficially impact our lives in many ways whether that be in the health sector for specialist medical examinations and treatments, or the agri-food sector for irradiation and sterilisation of seeds and food products. However, malicious actors may seek to utilise these materials in order to cause harm to people and the environment. This webinar brings together academic, policy, and industry specialists to provide an overview of the global threat landscape; the UK policy on radiological material security; and specialists delivering a novel threat reduction programme seeking to eliminate highly active radioactive sources.
Speakers:
Dr Bahram Ghiassee is a nuclear analyst, Visiting Academic (Physics Dept, UoSurrey), and Associate Fellow at Henry Jackson Society. He is a member of the International Nuclear Law Association and a chartered member of the Nuclear Institute. He holds qualifications in International Law (LLB & LLM, UoLondon) and Nuclear Science & Tech (PhD, Imperial College). His recent book is titled ‘Radiological Terrorism — A Global Threat’, Routledge, 2026.

** Open to SyI Members and NI Members**

Catch Up with the FLOSIG Supporting Director
2026-06-12 12:00 - 12:45
Catch Up with the FLOSIG Supporting Director – Member Forum
📅 Date: Friday 12th June 2026🕑 Time: 12:00 – 12:45 💻 Format: Online via Microsoft Teams
Join us for our Catch Up with the FLOSIG Supporting Director session. This online forum provides a regular opportunity for members to connect directly with the Supporting Director of the FLOSIG, ask questions, share feedback, and contribute to the future of the FLOSIG.
This is your space to engage, influence, and be heard.
No booking required – simply join using the Teams link at the scheduled time and take part in the conversation.
We look forward to welcoming you and hearing your views.

PPICPSIG Webinar - From Crowded Places to Captivity
2026-06-15 12:00 - 13:30
Date: Monday 15th June 2026
Time: 12:00 – 13:30
Venue: Online
Event Overview
The 60-minute kidnap overview briefing provides an insight to participants how to manage a kidnap-for-ransom incident.
The learning includes:
· A review of strategic decisions upon which the business’s policies can be based.
· An understanding of key decisions that they are likely to face in dealing with a kidnap or extortion.
· The decision-making structure required to manage a kidnap incident throughout an organisation.
· The expectation and roles of stakeholders involved in a Kidnap for Ransom incident.
· A focus on the key policy issues and the challenges of legality, financial issues and incident ownership and accountability.
An overview of current global trends in kidnap and extortion.
Speakers:
Fiona McCormack BEM MSc – Director
Fiona McCormack is a Director in Control Risks’ Security Risk Consulting business, where she leads the delivery of crisis and security consulting services to clients across Europe and Africa. With over three decades of experience in high-stakes law enforcement and crisis management, Fiona brings strategic insight and operational expertise to both corporate and government clients facing complex security challenges.
Prior to joining Control Risks, Fiona served for 31 years with the Metropolitan Police Service in London, where she held a range of senior leadership roles.

Fiona is a qualified hostage negotiator, senior investigating officer, and senior identification manager. She has advised FTSE 250 companies and international governments on crisis management, terrorism, and anti-corruption investigations, and continues to deliver bespoke training and strategic guidance across multiple sectors.
Cormac Healy MA – Senior Consultant
Cormac is a Senior Consultant in the Security Risk Consulting business. He delivers consulting support to Control Risks’ clients across Europe, Africa and APAC, advising on crisis and security management, kidnap and extortion response and critical-incident preparedness.
Prior to joining Control Risks, Cormac served for over 13 years with the Metropolitan Police Service in London, leading operational teams across counter-terrorism, serious and organised crime, kidnap and extortion, and major-incident response. He held senior leadership roles spanning tactical command, operational delivery and organisation-wide risk management, responding to terrorist attacks, investigating international terrorist organisations and hostile state activity, and leading crisis response to high-risk, time-critical incidents.
Cormac holds a Masters degree in Policing and Criminal Justice from Canterbury Christ Church University and a BA from the University of Exeter. He is a nationally trained kidnap, hostage and crisis negotiator, with extensive experience supporting counter-terrorism operations, crisis response and sensitive investigations in environments of heightened political and reputational risk.

** Open to Members & Non Members **

N&RSIG + NI Webinar - Civil Nuclear UK Drone Operations: Lessons Learned
2026-06-16 12:00 - 13:00
Date: Tuesday 16th June 2026
Time: 12:00 – 13:00
Venue: Online
Event Overview
Speakers:
Paul Tonks CSyP, MBA, MSc, BA (hons) is Head of Security and Resilience for the NDA Group, and has been Chair of the UK civil nuclear Drones working group since 2017 and sponsors innovation challenges for the future security systems.
Paul’s extensive experience has seen him in roles in NDA, EDF, Lynx Security, Senator Security, 1st Bn Parachute Reg.

** Open to Members **

The Security Institute AGM
2026-06-25 13:00 - 15:30
Venue: Online
Timing: 13:00 – 15:30
We are excited to invite you to our Annual General Meeting on 25th June, 2026 🎉.
This is your chance to hear about our accomplishments in 2025, how your subscription fees have been utilised, and the plans we have for 2027. While the AGM is a formal meeting, the presentations are designed to be both engaging and informative.
This year, we are pleased to welcome our Board of Directors, who will be leading the meeting and answering questions submitted by members. This is a unique opportunity to gain deeper insight into the workings of the Institute.
As always, we will be holding elections for the new Board of Directors. Details on the candidates and how to vote will been shared separately.

Please note: The AGM is exclusively for members, and no guests will be permitted to attend this part of the event 🚫.
Sponsorship Opportunities
If you are interested in sponsoring this event, please reach out to events@security-institute.org.
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Catch Up with the CEO - Chair Takeover!
2026-06-30 14:00 - 15:00
Catch Up with the CEO – Monthly Member Forum (2026 Series)
📅 Date: Tuesday 30th June 2026🕑 Time: 14:00 – 15:00 GMT💻 Format: Online via Microsoft Teams
Join us for a special edition of our member forum as we welcome Christopher Stevens CSyP RSES RISC MSc FSyI, who will be taking up the role of Chair of the Board following the Institute’s Annual General Meeting.
Taking place within the first few days of his tenure, this session provides a unique opportunity for members to connect directly with Chris, hear about his vision and priorities for the Institute, and share their own ideas, feedback and aspirations for the future.
Whether you have questions about the Institute’s direction, suggestions for future initiatives, or simply wish to meet your new Chair, this informal and interactive forum is your opportunity to engage, influence and be heard.
No booking required – simply join using the Teams link at the scheduled time and take part in the conversation.
We look forward to welcoming you and hearing your views.

Summer Social - July 2026
2026-07-16 12:00 - 17:00
Date: Thursday, 16th July 2026
Time: 12:00 – 17:00
Venue:The Swan, Hyde Park, 66 Bayswater Rd, London W2 3PH
About this event…
Join us at our Members Summer Social, a special gathering to celebrate our community and soak up the summer vibes🔆
Reconnect with fellow members, mingle with new faces, and enjoy the refreshing drinks and seasonal bites. Whether you’re new member, long time member or have applied, this is a perfect chance to unwind and network🍸
🌻 Guests Welcome! Feel free to bring a friend or partner along.
(All guests must be accompanied by a member)
Agenda:
12:00 – Registration and Welcome Drink *
13:00 – Buffet style Lunch Served
13:15 – Networking
17:00 – Event Close
*One free drink is included on arrival.
Thank you to our Sponsor – https://bkstraining.co.uk/

Book now: 16.07.26 – Summer Social

FLOSIG - From first role to CSO: Navigating a successful security career
2026-08-07 12:00 - 13:00
Date: Friday 7th August 2026
Time: 12:00 – 13:00
Venue: Online
About the event:
The security profession is increasingly called on to address complex, integrated, and high-consequence risks to people, facilities, operations, information, profitability, and organizational brand. The demands can quickly overwhelm the knowledge and experience of the security professional, and individuals often face these challenges with little to no structure and support as they transition from foundational careers before advancing in the sector. Absent clearly defined knowledge and experience transferal, application, and production mechanisms, individuals must find their own pathway; often through a process of trial and error. To be truly effective, security professionals need to draw – and then build on – a combination of knowledge and experience spanning both primary and current careers. Increasingly, the security sector comprises hybrid communities with multiple specialist subcultures, forcing professionals to become multidimensional experts with transdisciplinary competence. Leaders also need to understand how to foster expeditious and focused growth within both their own team, as well as the next generation(s) of security professional.
Speaker:
Dr. Mike Blyth has a Prof Doc in organizational resilience, a MSc in security, and is studying a PhD in security. He is twice published by Wiley and Sons and writes for magazines and journals. Mike was the founder/CEO of RSM Corp and was (until recently) the Sigma7 Chief Resilience Officer and Chief Revenue Officer. A retired Royal Marines Commando Major, he has firsthand experience in 45+ countries advising government and commercial organizations.

** Open to SyI Members and Non-Members **

Autumn Insights - September 2026
2026-09-10 12:00 - 17:00
Autumn Insights – Knowledge & Networking
Date: Thursday 10th September 2026
Time: 12:00 – 17:00
Venue: The Cosy Club, 33 Bennetts Hill, Birmingham, B2 5SN
About This EventJoin fellow members and security professionals for our Autumn Insights, an afternoon dedicated to professional development, meaningful discussion, and valuable networking.
Designed to bring together members from across the security profession, this informal and welcoming event offers the perfect opportunity to expand your network, exchange ideas, and gain fresh perspectives from colleagues and industry peers.
Alongside dedicated networking time, attendees will hear from a guest speaker (to be announced), providing insight into a topical issue affecting the security profession. Attendance can also contribute towards your Continuing Professional Development (CPD), making this an excellent opportunity to invest in both your professional knowledge and your professional network.
Whether you are looking to build new connections, reconnect with familiar faces, or simply take time out to engage with the wider security community, we would be delighted to welcome you.
Agenda12:00 – Registration and Welcome Drinks*
12:00 – 17:00 – Networking Opportunities
TBC – Guest Speaker Session
17:00 – Event Close
* One complimentary drink is included on arrival.
Guests WelcomeMembers are welcome to bring a friend or colleague to join them for the event. Please note that all guests must be accompanied by a member.

The Security Institute Annual Conference 2026
2026-10-15 08:30 - 2027-10-15 19:30 | The Minster Building, The Minster Building, 21 Mincing Lane, London, EC3R 7AG, United Kingdom
Venue: The Minster Building, 21 Mincing Lane, London, EC3R 7AG
Date: Thursday 15th October 2026
Time: 9:30am – 5:30pm
Registration opens: 8:30am
Conference: 9:30am – 5:30pm
Networking: 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Annual Conference 2026
The The Security Institute Annual Conference 2026 will bring together security professionals from across the sector for a full day of insight, discussion, and connection.
Designed for those working at strategic, operational, and leadership levels, the conference will explore the key challenges, opportunities, and emerging trends shaping the future of the security profession. Through a combination of expert-led presentations, panel discussions, and audience engagement, delegates will gain practical insight alongside broader strategic perspectives.
The programme will feature a diverse range of speakers drawn from across the security landscape, sharing real-world experience, thought leadership, and forward-looking ideas. Topics will reflect the evolving nature of risk, governance, leadership, and professional practice, ensuring content that is both relevant and impactful.

In addition to the formal conference sessions, the event provides valuable opportunities to network with peers, industry leaders, and Institute members, encouraging the exchange of ideas and the strengthening of professional relationships.
Agenda TBC
Ticket information
Tickets are not yet available, however early bird tickets will be released soon. Full details, including pricing and programme updates, will be published on this page and our social media in due course.
We look forward to welcoming members and non-members alike to what promises to be a highlight of the professional calendar.

**Please contact events@security-institute.org if you are interested in sponsoring the institute’s Annual Conference.**

Winter Social - December 2026
2026-12-16 17:00 - 22:00
Winter Social – Member Networking Event

December 2026
Date TBC

The Winter Social Networking Event will bring members together towards the end of the year for an informal evening of networking and conversation. With food and drinks provided, the event offers a chance to reconnect with peers and strengthen professional relationships in a relaxed environment.
Additional information will be shared closer to the event.
