In a judgement handed down in the High Court of Justice, it was confirmed that the Security Industry Authority (SIA) has the power to prosecute offences under the Private Security Industry Act 2001.
Andy Drane, Deputy Chief Executive of the SIA said: "I am pleased that this judgement has confirmed our understanding. As we have always said, prosecution is not our preferred option but we will initiate proceedings when we think it is appropriate to do so.<br><br>Our normal compliance approach, which falls short of going to the Courts, is made more effective by the threat and reality of prosecution."
The GMB union welcomed the High Court decision. Gary Smith, National Secretary, said, โGMB welcomes the High Courtโs ruling and congratulates the SIA on guarding the hard won legislation. It makes the industry and especially the smaller security companies, accountable under law and itโs it often the smaller firms that drive down terms and conditions across the industry because of the way they do business.โ
