This session will explore the career journeys of front-line officers who offer the first line of security defence. The session will use case studies , sector information and engagement with the delegates to explore career journeys, discuss training and what role membership of professional bodies play in supporting the aspirations of front-line officers.

Speaker:

• Carl Dakin, Fellow of The Security Institute - The Security Institute

This podcast was recorded live at The Security Event in April 2025 and the session took place at the Security Leaders Summit, sponsored by Verkada.

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Inspector Lewis Hastie is the unit head of the National Vehicle Threat Mitigation Unit, which is a specialised police unit operating within the National Counter Terrorism Security Office (NaCTSO).

The unit comprises of subject matter experts, who have a wealth of experience in the temporary vehicle security barriers through the deployment of the National Barrier Asset; understand the methodology of Vehicle as a Weapon (VAW) and Vehicle Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED) attacks against people, events or infrastructure.

The unit provides support and advice to all Police Forces, CT Network, Public Authorities and Commercial operations.

Speaker:

• Lewis Hastie, National Vehicle Threat Mitigation Unit - Counter Terrorism Policing Headquarters

This podcast was recorded live at The Security Event in April 2025 and the session took place at the Security Leaders Summit, sponsored by Verkada.

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In this episode, we unpack the latest developments in UK security legislation and what they mean for consultants, practitioners and end users across the sector. Explore how new legal frameworks are reshaping risk management, compliance, and professional accountability.

Speakers:

• Lee Doddridge, Director ASC / Owner of Covenant - Association of Security Consultants (ASC) / Covenant
• Dennis Roe, Partner - Association of Security Consultants (ASC)
• Simon Crane, Director of Consulting/ Director - AHNA Group/ ASC
• Rick Mounfield, Director - Optimal Risk Group

This podcast was recorded live at The Security Event in April 2025 and the session took place at the Security Leaders Summit, sponsored by Verkada.

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