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How to know whether the operatives you deploy are employed or self-employed, and what this means for tax and national insurance.
Answers to the questions most commonly asked by licence applicants and licence holders about the change to the licence fee.
We are consulting on proposed changes to the criteria we use when making our licensing decisions. We publish the criteria in our 'Get Licensed' document.
The Home Office is consulting on proposals to implement the Manchester Arena Inquiry’s recommendations 7 and 8.
From Wednesday 1 April 2026, close protection operatives must undertake refresher training to renew their licence.
Sub-contracting and use of labour are common practices in private security. Know the difference and understand who is responsible for checking SIA licences.
This payment slip is for companies who need to pay the SIA any fees relating to the SIA's Approved Contractor Scheme.
Data on SIA approved contractors. Includes the total number of approved contractors and a breakdown by licensing sector and UK region.
Find out how SIA licensing applies to event staff.
Guidance for people who have completed their SIA licence-linked training and who want to know what they need to do to get an SIA licence.
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