Security & Policing 2022 promises to be the most content-rich and feature-packed show yet. Watch this video to find out more about what to expect as S&P returns as a live event for its 40th anniversary between 15‐17 March 2022 at the Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre.
Free visitor registration to attend Security & Policing 2022 is now open.
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Security & Policing 2022 remains a closed event and all visitors are subject to visitor criteria and Home Office approval.
KEY REASONS TO VISIT
As a visitor you will be able to take advantage of the outstanding content and engagement opportunities that Security & Policing always delivers.
- FREE to attend – Address your capability and procurement needs over an extensive three day showcase.
- Discover best in class solutions – Take advantage of the opportunity to learn and review new innovations, products and services via an interactive exhibition to respond to the latest and future security challenges and threats.
- Be the first to view new technologies – Exhibitors choose Security & Policing as the platform to launch their new products – view this year’s array of latest products
- Stay ahead of the latest policy developments and initiatives – Engage with senior UK Government Ministers and senior Government officials from departments and agencies operating in the national security and policing space via a dedicated Government Zone and extensive programme of online keynotes and sessions
- Access exclusive networking opportunities – Connect with over 300 exhibitors and other approved visitors
Does your product and service cater to the UK’s security and resilience sectors? Are you interested in exhibiting to a closed, Home Office approved audience? Don’t miss the chance to join our preview webinar!
Security & Policing, the official UK Government global security event, returns to the Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre between 12- 14 March 2024 . Hosted by the UK Home Office’s Joint Security & Resilience Centre (JSaRC), Security & Policing offers a world‐class opportunity to meet and discuss the latest advances in delivering national security and resilience. Attended by leading solution providers, UK and overseas Government officials and senior decision makers across the law enforcement and security sectors, the event connects innovation and partnership, with professional development opportunities embedded into a rich conference programme.
Join us on 11 January 2024 for a webinar focussed on the key benefits to business of exhibiting at Security & Policing 2024.
Agenda
- 14:00 – Housekeeping – Megan Blackman, Event Manager, ADS Group
- 14:01 – Welcome – Jon Gray, Director of Security and Resilience, ADS Group
- 14:05 – Event overview and new features for 2024 – Abu Ahmed, Head of the Joint Security and Resilience Centre (JSaRC)
- 14:20 – Government support & content programme – Jon Gray, Director of Security and Resilience, ADS Group
- 14:30 – Exhibitor opportunities and key deadlines – Joe Peace, Head of Sales, ADS Group
- 14:40 – Q&A
- 15:00 – Close
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About Security and Policing
Hosted by the Home Office’s Joint Security & Resilience Centre (JSaRC), Security & Policing offers a world‐class opportunity to meet and discuss the latest advances in delivering national security and resilience with UK and overseas Government officials and senior decision makers across the law enforcement and security sectors.
Security & Policing remains a closed event and all visitors are subject to Home Office approval and visitor criteria.
WATCH: Angela Essel, Head of JSaRC and Jon Gray, ADS Director – Security & Resilience look back over Security & Policing 2021
On the final day of this year’s Security & Policing (S&P), Angela Essel, Head of JSaRC and Jon Gray, ADS Director – Security & Resilience drew the event to a close looking back over this year’s unique format of the event, the highlights and what the future holds for S&P.
Security & Policing 2021 – the official Government global security event held exclusively online for the first time – has proven a phenomenal success, delivering three days of leading online content, insight and engagement between UK suppliers, academia, Government officials and senior decision makers across law enforcement and security from the UK and overseas.
This year’s event held between 9-11 March 2021 welcomed nearly 10,000 registered attendees including 1,700 international participants, over 190 leading industry exhibitors and 19 Government organisations.
The event featured an extensive virtual exhibition, innovative online networking functionality, interactive industry product showcases and over 30 hours of streamed and on-demand keynote and panel sessions led by UK Government Ministers and senior officials, law enforcement officials and industry representatives across a virtual auditorium.
The first day saw an opening keynote from The Rt Hon Priti Patel MP, Secretary of State for the Home Department and further senior keynotes followed through the week from Kit Malthouse MP, Minister of State (Minister for Crime and Policing) and Graham Stuart MP, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State, Minister for Exports.
Find out more about the event highlights
Watch back on-demand
A big benefit of the online event is that all registered attendees and exhibitors now have access to login to the event platform for a further six months post-event. Approved attendees can watch back auditorium sessions or session they have missed, review content and resources on-demand, search and engage with the virtual exhibition, event features and other attendees who login.
View the full Keynote programme here – now available on-demand
View the full Fusion Forum programme here – now available on-demand
Save the Date: 15-17 March 2022
Security & Policing, the official Government global security event, will return next year between 15-17 March 2022.
Hosted by the Home Office’s Joint Security & Resilience Centre (JSaRC), the event will continue to offer a world-class opportunity to meet, network and discuss the latest advances in delivering national security and resilience with UK suppliers, UK Government officials and senior decision makers across law enforcement and security from the UK and overseas.
Security & Policing organisers JSaRC, UK Defence & Security Exports, Dods and ADS will continue to monitor the developments and situation surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic through the coming months and the viability of returning to an in-person event in Farnborough next March alongside supporting online content.
Until further announcements, we would like to invite prospective exhibitors to register their interest in exhibiting at Security & Policing between 15-17 March 2022 by contacting Adam Doyle on Adam.Doyle@adsgroup.org.uk or completing this form.
Planned strikes that may affect travel – TFL Tube strike Wednesday 15 March 2023 and RMT train strike – Thursday 16 March 2023
We would like to draw attention to the planned Transport for London (TFL) Tube strike on Wednesday 15 March and planned RMT train strike on Thursday 16 March which will affect South Western Railway (SWR) services to Farnborough.
Update: Get the latest SWR strike information here
A significantly reduced service will operate on a limited number of lines, between the hours of 0700 and 1830 only:
- Two trains per hour in each direction between London Waterloo and Southampton Central
- Four trains per hour in each direction between London Waterloo and Woking
- Two trains per hour in each direction between London Waterloo and Basingstoke
- Four trains per hour in each direction between London Waterloo and Windsor & Eton Riverside
- One train per hour in each direction between Guildford and Woking
- One train per hour in each direction between Salisbury and Basingstoke
You can check TFL Tube services here
We urge you to check before you travel and make suitable alternative arrangements for your journey, including pre-booked taxi services, mobile taxi services such as Uber or driving to the venue where there is ample free parking available.
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Visitor, exhibitor and staff health and safety is our number one priority at Security & Policing, and we look forward to welcoming you all back to Farnborough.
In response to COVID-19, we will ensure enhanced safety and sanitary measures are implemented throughout the venue, in line with up-to-date Government and event guidance. The measures are centred around physical distancing, cleaning and hygiene, protection and detection, and clear communication; providing you with the assurance and confidence that the event will be safe for all attendees.
Entry requirements
Following the lifting of UK Government restrictions in England, it will no longer be compulsory to wear face masks and show an NHS Covid pass or negative Lateral Flow test result upon entry to the event venue.
If you display COVID-19 symptoms or feel unwell prior to your visit, we recommend that you take a Lateral Flow or PCR Test ahead of your visit and follow current UK Government guidance in England if returning a positive result. If you display COVID-19 symptoms or feel unwell whilst attending the event, we recommend removing yourself from the venue to take the above action.
We respect individual preferences to wear face masks and we will continue our rigorous procedures to maintain the highest standard of cleanliness and ensure a safe and comfortable experience for all.
International Visitors
In line with current UK Government guidance, if you are fully vaccinated, you do not need to take any COVID-19 travel tests before you travel to England or after you arrive. You do not need to quarantine when you arrive in England. Before you travel to England, you must complete a passenger locator form in the 48 hours before you arrive in England. Read separate guidance to check if you qualify as fully vaccinated.
If you are not fully vaccinated, before you travel to England you must; take a COVID-19 test – to be taken in the 2 days before you travel to England; complete a UK passenger locator form – to be completed in the 48 hours before you arrive, book and pay for a COVID-19 PCR test – to be taken after you arrive in England.
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Free visitor registration to attend Security & Policing 2022 is still open.
APPLY TO ATTEND
Security & Policing 2022 remains a closed event and all visitors are subject to Home Office approval.
If growth is the number one mission of the government, then security is its first duty. The Government’s Plan for Change makes clear how security provides the stable foundations for growth, ensuring the UK remains responsive and resilient despite the pressures of a changing world.
That is why Security & Policing (S&P) is an unmissable event each year for UK Defence and Security Exports (UKDSE) who will be taking part again this year in the Gov Zone. Part of the Department for Business and Trade (DBT), UKDSE sits at the intersection of security and growth, supporting players across the industry to export their innovative products.
Head of UKDSE’s Security and Cyber Security team Tracy Buckingham explains why security exports are booming right now, how S&P champions innovation, and how the show gives UKDSE a unique opportunity to demystify the world of security exports with companies and connect industry with their next export opportunity.
What does the UKDSE security and cyber security team do?
The UKDSE Security and Cyber Security team supports UK businesses of all sizes and shapes to achieve export success. Our work spans across capabilities from first responders to protecting against cyber-attacks, major event security to securing sites of critical national infrastructure. Security and Policing is just one of many events where we meet UK security and cyber security companies.
We also work closely with Trade Associations to discover new UK businesses and introduce them to international opportunities. We work closely with DBT’s international network to highlight the strength of the UK’s security and cyber security offer to buyers in overseas governments and the private sector. Another way we help companies export is through our dedicated SME team (who you will probably meet at Security and Policing) and the bespoke online support provided by the Export Faculty.
Why are security exports on the up and up?
Security is about keeping our citizens safe at home and overseas. Modern buildings factor security considerations from the start and ‘secure by design’ means that both physical and cyber security are key factors in any new design – be it a building or a piece of technology. This holistic approach to security is a really important aspect of day-to-day life – just think about the cyber security implications of your smart fridge.
Why are UK security exports so successful right now?
The UK’s continued success in the global security market is not a surprise since the UK has an established physical and cyber security industrial base producing best in class solutions. Our security market is diverse with a variety of companies, with innovative SMEs creating a big proportion of the revenue. We see a real demand for UK solutions and not only do UK security exports make the world a safer place, they are contributing to economic growth. The total value of UK security exports was £11.0 billion in 2023 representing a 13 percent increase from 2022 in nominal prices.
How important are SMEs for security and cyber security exports?
The sector is predominantly led by SMEs and their highly innovative solutions so it is vital that UKDSE helps stimulate their success for the overall success of the sector.
Security and Policing has a history of supporting innovative SMEs with the innovation awards an excellent example. It’s really good to see previous winners go on to export success and to help their products find new markets.
What will UKDSE be doing at Security and Policing?
UKDSE will be undertaking a range of activities at the show including hosting international delegations and buyers. We collaborate closely with companies to set up opportunities for them to engage with potential buyers and showcase their products and services to overseas delegations. S&P is a great catalyst for new UK exports.
UKDSE will be out in force at S&P, getting out and about at the show, talking to everyone there and creating networking moments. We will also have our own stand in the Gov Zone which gives us a great way to demonstrate our integrated offer to UK industry as our work naturally cuts across different Government departments. I’m also looking forward to supporting the Home Office with the programmes for their ministers and shining the spotlight on UK industry.
What are you looking forward to at Security and Policing 2025?
I’m really excited to experience the Safer Streets immersive exhibition and see crucial security issues brought to life. Not only am I looking forward to finding out the winners of the innovation awards but I’m eager to see what new products will be launched this year. It’s always lovely to catch up with colleagues from across Government and industry at Security and Policing but it’s also a great way to meet new companies at the start of their exporting journey.
How to find us/get in touch?
You can find and talk to us at the Gov Zone on stand XXXX during Security and Policing. You can also find out more about us and the support we provide on our website: gov.uk/dbt-ukdse. Whatever stage they are at on their export journey, I really encourage SMEs to register with the Export Faculty our bespoke online trailing tool providing tailored advice to SMEs so we can help you find your next success.
With just two months to go to Security & Policing 2023, we are pleased announce a new Innovation Zone will feature at this year’s event.
New for 2023, the Innovation Zone brings together Government, industry and international partners to collaborate on how innovation, science and technology (IST) can help solve the latest security and policing challenges.
Government partners will present technical problems and demand signals on current and future capability gaps to engage with industry, as well as how they can provide gateway access to funding and/or collaboration opportunities to deliver IST solutions.
You can also meet and engage with officials and operational staff from participating Government departments, as well as experience hands-on demonstrations of the latest innovations and technologies.
A confirmed list of participating Government departments and agencies will be released soon.
Register to attend now
Free visitor registration is now open for Security & Policing 2023 – the Official UK Government Global Security Event – which returns to the Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre between 14-16 March 2023.
Security & Policing remains a closed event and all visitors are subject to Home Office approval and visitor criteria.
APPLY TO ATTEND
Enquire to exhibit
There is still time to join world-leading suppliers and service providers that have already booked their place at Security & Policing 2023.
Regardless of your company size, Security & Policing provides one of the world’s leading platforms for exhibitors to showcase the latest security and resilience technology and innovations to influential buyers and partners.
Find out more about exhibitor packages
Security & Policing remains a closed event and all exhibitors subject to Home Office approval and exhibitor criteria.
With just under two weeks to go to Security & Policing 2021, set to be held online for the first time between 9-11 March, 2021, we have produced a Top 10 Tips video for approved visitors to watch ahead of logging into the event platform.
This short video will take you through all the basic steps and things to do to make the most of your online visit to Security & Policing. Watch here:
Top 10 Tips for Visitors
- Test your system set up for optimum performance
- Create your profile and review the Code of Conduct
- Ensure the screen resolution is correct for your own device
- Login and update your current status
- Visit the Auditorium to view sessions agenda and add to your briefcase
- Visit and search the Exhibition Hall, view and save materials and chat with exhibitors
- Network with peers and Government via private chat and video calls
- Visit the Government Zone (need to re-record)
- Visit the JSaRC Industry Showcase (need to record)
- Visit the Marketplace and New Products
Visitor Guide
You can review these tips and steps in more detail by viewing our Visitor Guide
Accessing the event
All approved visitors will be sent an access link to the online event platform login page ahead of Tuesday 2 March in order to setup your online visitor account.
Please note your access is for a single user only and you MUST use the email address that you registered with during the approval process, as this is the address that is whitelisted to give you access on the platform.
Once registered and logged in you will have a week prior to the event to access and familiarise yourself with the platform ahead of the event commencing on Tuesday 9 March.
When registering your user account you will be asked for your areas of interest to aid networking and search functionality in the event. You will also have the option to upload a profile image, we encourage visitors to upload a photograph of themselves where possible.
Please also review our Code of Conduct with some simple housekeeping guidelines to ensure everyone has an enjoyable, respectful and successful online experience.
Event Features
Security & Policing presents the ideal setting to learn about the innovation, policies and equipment available to respond to the latest and future security challenges and threats. This year in response to the ongoing challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and continuing to evolve security and policing through innovation, Security & Policing will be centred around three core themes of Resilience, Recovery and Rebuild.
Find out more about the event features
Event Opening Times
Security & Policing online is available to login and access 24/7 once you have access to the platform.
There will however, be core event operating hours where keynotes and content will be scheduled, exhibitor stands and key event areas will be staffed. These are as follows.
- Tuesday 9 March 2021 09:00 – 16:30 GMT
- Wednesday 10 March 2021 09:00 – 16:30 GMT
- Thursday 11 March 2021 09:00 – 16:30 GMT
Outside of these times all the online event functionality remains. The exhibition hall and stands will remain open and chats, meetings and calls can still occur outside these core hours to facilitate meetings for international visitors.
Once content sessions have aired in the auditorium, they will be made available to watch back on-demand for visitors who may have missed them or for international visitors attending in different time zones.
If you have any queries or would like any additional information please do not hesitate to contact the team by emailing: registration@securityandpolicing.co.uk
Not registered?
If you haven’t registered to attend this year’s event there is still time to register. Security & Policing 2021 remains a closed event, with all visitors subject to Home Office approval. Visitors who meet the visitor criteria can apply to register for their free online now.
REGISTER FREE
Registration closes Friday 5 March, 17:00.
Following the success of the first Innovation Zone in 2023, the Security & Policing (S&P) hub for science, innovation and technology is back with double the number of organisations to engage with and an exciting programme of speakers and activities. The Innovation Zone brings together government, industry, academia and international partners to collaborate on how innovation, science and technology can help solve the latest security and policing challenges.
This event falls into British Science week, which is a 10-day celebration of all things Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). The idea is to stimulate and engage STEM professionals, science communicators, industry and academia to participate in STEM events and activities – never a more relevant time to visit the Innovation Zone at S&P!
There will be a variety of briefs and engaging panels with a focus on how science, innovation and technology help deliver a safer, fairer and more prosperous United Kingdom. Following these talks, a new networking area in the Innovation Zone will offer the chance to continue conversations with speakers and engage with representatives from the Government innovation ecosystem.
With so many incredible opportunities in the Innovation Zone, we spoke to Detective Chief Superintendent Richie Salter (Home Office Science Senior Police Advisor) to get a policing perspective on the highlights and takeaways from the event. Richie has attended S&P for the past two years and managed a stand in the Innovation Zone in 2023.
What were a few highlights from the Innovation Zone last year?
Networking and Connections
The Innovation Zone grouped together Home Office Science, Innovation and Technology, the Department for Transport, National Crime Agency and others next to innovation functions including the Accelerated Capability Environment (ACE) and Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA). This brought more structure to the people around, meaning that you could engage with everyone you needed to from the security and policing innovation community all in one place. It helped with making and building connections – for example, we could easily put a police force into contact with a technical specialist who can explain science concepts that might be helpful, or direct interested parties towards programme managers or commercial colleagues regarding projects.
It was really good because members of industry, academia and international partners were there, which was a main focus. This gave these partners opportunities to access us and find out about our services, allowing information to be shared regarding the current needs of policing and how this could shape future innovation. It also allowed us to hear about their thoughts, ideas and concerns. A large range of officials from the government innovation ecosystem were also there and we had time to visit each other’s stands, see what everyone does and have conversations about the potential for crossover and further collaboration. The ability to network stands out as a highlight.
Stage Events
The stage events and talks were interesting, and they helped to give us a platform to explain some of our science, innovation and technology priorities and interests. This was particularly successful, drawing industry across and giving an opportunity to talk about specific things based on what they’d heard from the event so far. We also had police advisors on some panel talks, which brought in frontline perspectives and further interest in topics under discussion.
How has the Innovation Zone at S&P been important?
S&P is a good place to have conversations and to facilitate a joined-up approach to common problems with other government departments, industry and academia that you haven’t necessarily explored and connected with yet. For example, I didn’t know UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) well before S&P, but from conversations enabled by the Innovation Zone we built a connection, and we are doing more with them this year including UKRI sponsored events to get industry innovating together internationally, helping to strengthen those links.
The Innovation Zone is even bigger this year, with a wider range of partners, more opportunities to talk directly to the Home Office and our partners, and the chance to hear about our science, innovation and technology strategy. Make sure to visit us to explore how we can collaborate to keep the UK safe and secure. Whether your interests are in data analytics and AI, forensics, detection, behavioural science, emerging technologies, or more, stop by to discuss how we can build our science, innovation and technology capabilities, identify opportunities to work together on shared challenges, and support innovation.
The Innovation Zone 2023
There is still time to register for Security & Policing 2024 – the Official UK Government Global Security Event – at the Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre between 12-14 March 2024.
Security & Policing remains a closed event and all visitors are subject to Home Office approval and visitor criteria.
The opening day of Security and Policing 2022 – the Official UK Government Global Security Event saw TapSOS win the 17th annual ADS Security Innovation Award.
The award was presented by the Home Secretary, Priti Patel, and Michael Clayforth-Carr, VP Security and Resilience sector, ADS, following live pitches to a judging panel consisting of senior figures from industry, academic and Government.
TapSOS won for its just tap emergency application, which enables non-verbal communications to the emergency services for those with physical, medical or situational barriers. TapSOS is accredited by the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) and was praised by the judging panel for addressing issues on inclusivity and diversity and allowing all individuals to contact emergency services when needed.
Becca Hume, Founder and CEO, TapSOS said:
“I am honoured to receive the 2022 ADS Security Innovation Award as it highlights my team’s efforts over the past seven years in bringing TapSOS to the market. TapSOS has been built with the needs of people at the core.
“We strive to build products which bring greater inclusivity and accessibility utilising today’s technology to greatest effect.
“Our aim is that TapSOS leads the way in helping deliver digital transformation across 999, and beyond. Receiving the award will enable greater awareness and we welcome you to journey with us and speak to us to find out how we can work with you and your organisation.”
Damian Hinds MP, Minister for Security and Borders visits the TapSOS stand.
Kevin Craven, ADS Chief Executive said:
“My sincere congratulations to TapSOS who has innovated a solution that ensures the emergency services are accessible to all. Accreditation from the DCMS highlights the relevance of TapSOS in breaking down barriers to the emergency services.
“The ADS Security Innovation Awards showcase and celebrate the tenacious innovation, value and dedication of UK companies operating in the Security and Resilience sector.
“Agile and successful companies delivering outstanding capabilities and services are a crucial asset to our flourishing Security and Resilience sector. The sector is growing year by year and makes a significant contribution to the nation’s growth, prosperity and security.
“Congratulations to all companies recognised by the award for their exceptional work and contribution to the UK Security and Resilience sector as we continue to face ever-changing threats and challenges as Global Britain.”
Detego Global were announced as runners-up and praised for their digital forensics field triage solution.
The other products and services shortlisted in the Security Innovation Awards were awarded highly commended:
- Basis Technology for the use of artificial intelligence in natural language processing;
- Foster & Freeman for Crime-lite AUTO, which uses multi-spectral illumination to search, detect and capture evidence in a single device;
- Scanna for a portable x-ray for use in covert investigations.
