Manchester Security Boss Convicted for Obstructing Regulator’s Investigation

The director of a Manchester-based security company has been convicted and ordered to pay over £3,500 after failing to comply with an investigation into the suspected use of unlicensed security operatives.

Security Company Under Investigation

The Security Industry Authority (SIA) launched an investigation into I-Guard Security Ltd after receiving intelligence from Merseyside Police that unlicensed security staff had been deployed at a Liverpool venue.

In March 2024, the SIA requested information from the company’s director, Katie O’Neill, regarding the security provision at the venue. However, O’Neill failed to respond.

Repeated Non-Compliance Leads to Prosecution

After the initial request was ignored, the SIA made a second request on April 22, 2024, followed by an invitation for O’Neill to attend an interview under caution. When she failed to respond again, the SIA initiated prosecution proceedings.
“This case serves as a warning that the SIA takes these matters seriously and will not hesitate to hold offenders accountable.”**

Ensuring Compliance in the Security Industry

The SIA continues to monitor security firms to ensure they meet legal licensing requirements and urges businesses to comply with regulatory investigations or risk legal consequences.

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