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Influencing the Security Budget
Historically security managers have been marginalised from key decision-making roles in organisations but there is evidence this may be changing as security professionals are increasingly able to demonstrate that security is a business enabler. Perpetuity Research is...
Perpetuity Research Joins Movement to Shine a Spotlight on Fraud
Fraud costs individuals and organisations billions a year and the seriousness of this problems is why Perpetuity Research is proud to be an official supporter of International Fraud Awareness Week, 14-20th November 2021. This initiative, led by the ACFE, gives...
Covid-19 and the implications for the security sector: what happened and what has been and is being learned?
83% of respondents felt that overall security had performed well in the crisis. 74% agreed or strongly agreed that security professionals have developed new skill sets that will be invaluable going forward. 59% felt that security would retain a greater priority than...
Report Launch – The Competence of Frontline Security Professionals and What They Say About Their Work
The work of security officers – sometimes called guards – is important but often underrated. This research, undertaken on behalf of IFPO, sought to understand the modern role of the security officer – specifically what competencies are needed, how easy or difficult...
New Research Launched – Security Managers in HM Prisons: Perspectives on Security Management
Perpetuity Research has been commissioned by The Security, Order and Counter Terrorism Directorate in Her Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service to undertake research into security managers working in prisons. Despite there being a range of studies on security...
New Research Report Published: The Mandatory Reporting of Fraud: Finding Solutions and Sharing Best Practice
Perpetuity Research are pleased to share their latest report entitled “The mandatory reporting of fraud: Finding solutions and sharing best practice” commissioned by the ACFE UK Chapter and the Fraud Advisory Panel. The aim of this research was to...
The mandatory reporting of fraud: Finding solutions and sharing best practice
Perpetuity Research would like to invite you to the launch of their latest report entitled “The mandatory reporting of fraud: Finding solutions and sharing best practice”. This research was commissioned by the ACFE UK Chapter and the Fraud Advisory Panel. The aim of...
Barriers to the mandatory reporting of fraud: Finding solutions and sharing best practice
Perpetuity has been commissioned by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) UK and the Fraud Advisory Panel (FAP) to conduct research to better understand fraud reporting by organisations in England and Wales, in order to see if there is a case for making...
IFPO security officer research programme officially launched
Perpetuity Research has been commissioned by the IFPO to undertake a global study 'Exploring the Modern Role and Job Complexity of Security Officers’ . The purpose of this study is to fill a major knowledge gap; namely to understand the role of security officers in...
Covid-19 Vaccine Scams
As COVID-19 vaccines rollout across the country, fraudsters have been quick to take advantage of this latest development as they have throughout the pandemic. Last week it was reported in the UK that a 92-year-old woman was tricked into paying £160 to a person...
Research survey – What are the impacts of the covid-19 pandemic on physical security?
There has been much discussion of how things have changed over the past 10 months as we have had to meet new challenges and adapt to new ways of working. But what does this mean for the private security sector? Perpetuity Research is undertaking a study to understand...
Survey launched for study on digital forensics
Calling all police officers, law enforcement employees, digital forensic experts, and criminal lawyers! We invite you to participate in our short survey looking at how social media material is used in the investigation, prosecution, and defence of criminal cases. It...
Understanding influences on security as a career/job choice: what those working in the security sector think
Only 4% of respondents heard of work in security through a careers talk at school/college/university; the most prominent source of awareness was from a suggestion by a friend, colleague or family member (35%). 78% of respondents were attracted to a career in security...
New Research report during Covid-19 on “Why is the death rate of security officers comparatively high? Thinking about the reasons”
Perpetuity Research are pleased to share their latest report on "Why is the death rate of security officers comparatively high? Thinking about the reasons" commissioned by Corps Security. The focus of this report was to try and better understand the high rate of...
Covid-19 and Cyber Crimes
Since the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic cyber crimes have been increasing at a startling rate and have been the main method in which scammers have attempted to defraud individuals. However, such crimes are not only directed at people, but also at corporations and...
Stay at home safely – COVID-19 and domestic abuse
Domestic abuse is surging at an alarming rate in many countries globally, including the UK and much of it is being attributed to the Covid-19 epidemic. Telephone lines have been lighting up at domestic abuse charities and support services at a rate of nearly 50% more...
Identifying COVID-19 Frauds and Scams
Never has there been a more perfect storm for fraudsters and scammers than the COVID-19 crisis, which has provided these criminals with a ready-made, target rich environment for them to exploit. The uncertainty of the situation, coupled with the increase in financial...
New research report published on ‘Tackling Fraud in the Public Sector – a Local Government Perspective’
Perpetuity Research are pleased to publish their latest report entitled ‘Tackling Fraud in the Public Sector – a Local Government Perspective’, from research commissioned by CIPFA. The full report and presentation are available below. The aim of this research was to...
The University of Leeds secures police award for security
The University of Leeds has achieved the prestigious Secured Environments award by demonstrating their commitment to good security management. The University, established in 1904, is one of the largest higher education institutions in the UK and is renowned globally...
Thought Leadership Webinars
The OSPAs, Perpetuity Research and TECAs are to run a series of free Thought Leadership webinars to address current security issues following the coronavirus pandemic. A number or world-renowned speakers will come together to debate issues affecting the security...
IFSEC International is the UK and Europe’s leading integrated security exhibition.
IFSEC International: Europe's leading integrated security event 12-14 July 2021, ExCeL London IFSEC International, Europe's leading integrated security event, is getting ready to welcome security professionals back to ExCeL London on 12-14 July 2021. IFSEC...
Update your security strategy at IFSEC International
IFSEC International 2020 is Europe’s largest and most comprehensive event for the global integrated security industry. It connects over 34,000 visitors from 113 countries with 450+ exhibitors showcasing some of the most innovative products and solutions on the market,...
The Aon Centre gains Secured Environments award
Aon plc, a leading global professional services firm providing a broad range of risk, retirement and health solutions, is the latest organisation to be recognised by Police Crime Prevention Initiatives for its security, gaining the prestigious Secured Environments...
Exploring the Experiences of Women in Security
This report is based on 706 survey responses and 21 interviews with female security professionals from a range of roles who carry out or manage staff who undertake physical security tasks. The report highlights that many women hold a positive perception of the...
New research report published on “Exploring the experiences of women in security and identifying key areas for industry development”
Perpetuity Research publishes the findings of new industry research sponsored by ICTS UK & Ireland into the experiences of women in security. The independent research is based on 706 survey responses and 21 interviews with female security professionals from a...
International Fraud Awareness Week
This week is International Fraud Awareness Week and therefore an apt time to highlight the significant impacts that fraud can have; that it is not just something that affects businesses and is far from a ‘victimless’ crime. Perpetuity Research has...
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Sexual Violence Needs Assessment for Gloucestershire OPCC
Perpetuity has recently completed a sexual violence needs assessment for Gloucestershire OPCC. The area was looking to develop a sexual violence strategy (separate to the domestic violence strategy) to ensure that survivors of sexual violence are receiving the care...
Research in to the needs of those bereaved by suicide in Kent
Perpetuity has recently been awarded funding from Kent County Council to carry out research into the needs of people bereaved by suicide in Kent. This important project will look at the experiences of people in Kent who have been bereaved by suicide with a view...
The Evolution of Physical Security Measures: assessing the benefits and implications
The aim of this report was to develop a better understanding of the ways in which physical security measures are being enhanced by internet-enabled technologies which we refer to as ‘advanced technologies’ and the implications this has on security practice. While...