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The Incident That Never Happened: New FREE Frontline Guide Focuses on Prevention Before Response

25 September 2026 · Press release

Get Licensed, IPSA and NTIA launch free frontline guide focused on prevention, refresher learning and the critical moments that can stop incidents before they start.

Bringing together 133 written topics and 60 short videos, the Pocket Guide covers searches and entry, conflict, vulnerability, drugs awareness, first aid and emergencies. It is free to access, with no account or email address required, and has been created as practical refresher information that professionals can return to throughout their careers, reinforcing training as experience grows.

Designed to be shared across security teams, venues and employers, the Pocket Guide gives frontline professionals a simple way to revisit what they have learned — before a shift, after encountering a new situation or whenever their knowledge needs refreshing.

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York Voted Best Night Out In UK, According To New Survey

It’s no secret that we Brits love a night out, but have you ever wondered which city has the best nightlife? Whether you’re a university student or corporate professional, no one can resist the pull of a good night out. However, not all UK cities were made equal when it comes to quality of nightlife.

Security experts share top tips that can help you get through airport security quicker

Airport security queues can be frustrating especially when there's chaos like the scenes at Manchester Airport - but security experts have shared top tips for a smoother process

Gloucester hailed as one of the best cities in UK for a night out - but not as good as Swindon

Gloucester has been hailed as one of the best cities for a night out in the UK. Based on a number of factors including the price of a pint, its safety score and the number of bars and clubs

Get Licensed claims its research shows Coventry's to be the 'worst place in the UK for a night out'

COVENTRY nightlife has received a scathing review after research conducted by Get Licensed deemed it to be ‘the worst place in the UK to go on a night out’. The research gave Coventry an overall score of 2.12 out of 10 for the overall night out experience in the city, ranking it 50th in the league table.

Closure fears due to bouncer shortages at UK venues

Concerns have been raised about a shortage of bouncers at UK pubs, bars and clubs. The last few years have been a shock to the hospitality industry - and while some businesses have seen a customer surge, staffing issues and rising costs are hitting many venues.

Pubs and restaurants are slashing their opening hours due to bar and security staff shortages with some venues staying closed until THURSDAYS

Hospitality businesses may have to consider closing for part of the week or cutting back their opening hours because of staff shortages, it is being warned. Some are already said to be closing early because of a shortage of bouncers and security staff.

Study by security company Get Licensed ranked cities around the world based on similar factors, but also took into account things like LGBT social acceptance and levels of terrorism.