What Organisers Need to Get Right Before Summer
For many event organisers, February marks a critical planning window. Budgets are being signed off, suppliers confirmed, and summer calendars locked in. Yet one element is still too often left until last: event security.
With rising demand for SIA-licenced and Level 2 Spectator-trained staff, increased compliance expectations, and more complex crowd dynamics, early security planning is no longer a “nice to have”, it’s essential.
Why Early Security Planning Matters
Leaving security until the final stages of planning can lead to:
Early engagement allows security providers to shape the event safely and efficiently, rather than reacting to problems once they arise.
Staffing & Spectator Safety
For matchday deployments, staff need more than just an SIA licence. They must also be trained to Level 2 Spectator Safety standards, ensuring they understand crowd behaviour, safe movement, and how to respond effectively during incidents.
What Professional Event Security Covers
Effective event security planning goes far beyond simple headcount. It includes:
Our SOC provides live visibility across all deployments, enabling managers to respond quickly, redeploy resources, and maintain control throughout an event.
Silverstone Circuit – Up to 350 staff deployed across major racing events, supported by local recruitment and live operational dashboards.
Cambridge United FC – 90–110 staff per match, providing community-focused matchday security throughout a successful 5-year contract.
Case study coming soon. Tailored deployments for rugby events.
Newcastle Racecourse – Providing expert event security services, crowd management, and operational oversight across the venue.
Compliance, Technology & Confidence
Professional Security combines experienced teams with smart, tech-driven operations to deliver safe, efficient, and transparent security:
Resilience & Counter-Terrorism
Our teams focus on proactive risk management, early threat detection, and calm, confident response to maintain safety at all events:
Risk-Driven Decisions
Data from incidents and our risk matrix guide staffing, technology, and operations, ensuring every deployment is intelligent, flexible, and accountable.
Final Thought: Build Security Into the Budget
Security should never be an afterthought. Early planning protects people, property, and reputation while giving organisers confidence.
Our Guarding division, led by industry experts Martin Leeder, Mark Trew, and Steph Bradbury, brings decades of experience across events, hospitality, government, and retail. Their leadership ensures every deployment is flexible, intelligence-led, and professionally managed.
By combining skilled teams, smart technology, and proactive risk management, you can build security into your summer budget with confidence, keeping events safe, compliant, and successful.