Crime and Security Research
Martin is the Director of Perpetuity Research and Consultancy International. He started the company in 2002 when it was formally launched by HRH Prince Michael of Kent. Martin is also a Professor of Criminology and for over two decades has been actively involved in a range of studies relating to different aspects of crime and its prevention. In the past […]
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Little is known about the true nature and extent of staff dishonesty as many retailers are reluctant to admit that they have a problem and few have systems in place that enable them to detect the level of loss they have suffered. This study is based on interviews with 35 dishonest staff who had been dismissed from two large retailers; […]
Read moreAs the rapid technological developments in transportation evolve, so too do security concerns. Security or safety concerns within the transport sector have implications for pedestrians, public transport users and other road users. Our work has encompassed issues such as bicycle security, crime and disorder on public buses, and road safety education. We have worked extensively with transport authorities to examine […]
Read moreThe Perpetuity team is internationally renowned for its studies in the field of security and risk. Researchers have been involved in a diverse range of studies including fraud, bribery, shop theft, employee dishonesty, robbery, arson, and money laundering to name but a few. We have also been involved in evaluating solutions as diverse as alarms, CCTV, guards, and property marking […]
Read moreIn the build up to Christmas it crossed our minds that you may want to prepare for some intellectual stimulation. Well if you do, or you want to treat someone else you may be interested to be reminded of a series of books edited by Martin Gill. They now make quite a collection. All the books tackle some aspect of […]
Read morePerpetuity Research is a leading research company with wide expertise in both quantitative and qualitative approaches. We have been extensively involved in evaluating ‘what works’ (and what does not). Our work has involved helping our clients to understand people’s behaviours, perceptions and levels of awareness and in identifying important trends. Our mission statement is ‘committed to making a difference’, and […]
Read moreIt is now less than two months until IFSEC returns on the 13th to the 16th May 2013. This year as a celebration of their 40th year, IFSEC are developing their education offering and the brand new IFSEC Academy offers free education at their global events, and beyond, from webinars to white papers, seminars to keynotes. The range of education […]
Read moreThis year Perpetuity Research will once again be exhibiting at the event. IFSEC attracts more than 650 leading solution providers, from 100 countries. It provides access to 7 free education theatres that make up the IFSEC Academy, and attracts 24,000 attendees providing ample opportunity for networking. It covers more than just traditional security and fire solutions as the event covers […]
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