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Security Guards – London Airports on Alert
Security Guards – London Airports on Alert - McKenzie Arnold Security UK Ltd.

There should be increased demand for security guards – London airports could be at risk.

Airports are major targets for protesters and terrorists as recent events in the world have shown. And although London airports are heavily guarded by armed police, some argue that there could be a need for additional security guards. London is expected to be a particularly vulnerable target in 2012 when the Olympics arrive and the global spotlight is on the city. Security guards, London and across the south of the country will be in huge demand as the police's resources are stretched to the maximum. And companies and airports must ensure they recruit security guards they can trust, who are expertly trained and highly capable.

Security Guards: London at Risk

The risks in London have dramatically increased over recent years. As well as the city being home to major targets – including Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament and MI5, London hosts countless high profile events, concerts and premieres. Security guards in London are therefore in hot demand. And it isn't just terrorists that the police and security guards London has must be watchful for: the rise in gang crime, including knives and guns means that many businesses across London are increasingly vulnerable.

Security in London Needs to be High

Analysts and security experts are urging governments across the world to be particularly vigilant around their airports. News stories reveal a worrying increase in airport incursions. In Thailand, airports had to be shut down as police or security guards were unable to stop demonstrators. In Athens, protesters invaded the runway and here in the UK, one of our busiest airports saw protesters tie themselves to gates on the airport's tarmac. Some believe there is a need to increase security guards, London particularly, in light of recent events.
Security is vital since 9/11, particularly in London. As well as the fear of terrorist attacks, protesters can cause tens of thousands of pounds in damage by targeting airports by enforcing delays or shutting down the airport. Increased security and more security guards in London's airports could be necessary to stop more protesters such as the Plane Stupid group who caused huge delays at London's Stansted Airport after cutting through its perimeter fence. If security guards were posted, the invasion of the UK's third busiest airport could have been avoided.


Do you need security guards?

London security specialists McKenzie Arnold Security UK Ltd. offer a wide range of security services and solutions, including security guards, corporate security, event security and close protection and surveillance. For experienced security guards, or to find out more about the security solutions on offer, call us on 01376 529 999 or fill in our online enquiry form.