Kenneth Rogers has died; his funeral is in his home town of Wivenhoe this morning. The long time Professional Security magazine columnist former policeman, security professional, author, broadcaster and champion of community safety and security died after a long illness.
The funeral has been arranged for Wednesday, July 28, at 10.30am at St Mary’s Church, Wivenhoe, near Colchester, Essex. This will be followed by a gathering at the William Loveless Hall Wivenhoe. Both places are on the High Street of the town (postcode for church: CO7 9LD). Ken Rogers requested no flowers and that anyone wishing to make a donation please do so for St Helena Hospice in Essex. Visit www.sthelenahospice.org.uk<br><br>John Cully, Professional Security magazine Editor-in-chief writes:<br><br>Despite a long history of various health problems he contributed to each issue of this magazine since it was launched 21 years ago and was a valued member of the magazine’s editorial board. His last contribution was in May 2010.<br><br>Ken had been a friend of mine for about 35 years since we first met when we were both Regional Chairmen of the International Professional Security Association. He was the consummate professional in everything he did and he was prepared to say what he thought even if he was in a minority of one. I have often noticed that in a number of the issues he raised he was way ahead of his time – and so often right. He campaigned on many issues including rights for whistle-blowers and tighter border controls.<br><br>He was formerly a member of the Organised Crime Squad at New Scotland Yard and later a security advisor to the pharmaceutical industry.<br><br>For more about Ken see this link to the Wivenhoe municipal website – <br><br>http://www.wivenhoe.gov.uk/people/ken_rogers.htm
