Security Matters Podcast

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The Security Matters Podcast is published monthly and hosted by the magazine’s Editor Brian Sims. In each episode, Brian reports on and analyses the latest UK security industry news and also interviews leading professionals from the sector. The Security Matters Podcast is sponsored by The Security Event, which takes place on 8-10 April 2025 at the NEC in Birmingham. To register for your free pass to the show visit www.thesecurityevent.co.uk For all the latest security industry news and opinion visit www.securitymattersmagazine.com

  1. 26 JAN

    Security Matters Podcast - Episode 37

    Episode 37 of the Security Matters Podcast features Brian in detailed conversation with Richard Fogelman, CEO of the National Security Inspectorate. A graduate in law from Birmingham City University, Richard served as a trader at Credit Suisse before becoming finance and operations manager at Hammerson with responsibility for an annual budget of circa £10 million. Richard joined the NSI in March 2023 from Grief Encounter, the charity dedicated to supporting bereaved individuals. During the interview, Richard concentrates his attentions on several key areas, among them the ongoing progression of the Inspectorate, the S12 Security Guarding Leadership Group and also the challenges and opportunities impacting the security business sector. Industry news stories highlighted include the National Police Chiefs’ Council and the Premier League announcing a new working partnership which looks to use data and technology to strengthen matchday safety and security, Counter Terrorism Policing’s duo of initiatives purpose-designed to strengthen the UK’s protective security and organisational preparedness, the National Health Service Counter Fraud Authority’s Project WISE (itself a first-of-its-kind, proactive and data-driven initiative that addresses fraud risks within the NHS) and Professor William Webster’s recent appointment in the role of Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner.

    29 min

  2. 23/10/2025

    Security Matters Podcast - Episode 36

    Episode 36 of the Security Matters Podcast includes exclusive interviews with Julie Barker (chief operating officer for the Association of University Chief Security Officers) and Findlay Whitelaw (security research specialist and strategist at Exabeam, the business that provides security analytics and incident response solutions). On this occasion, Julie examines the diligent work of the Association of University Chief Security Officers and the challenges facing university security teams when it comes to delivering on the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, also known as Martyn’s Law. Findlay Whitelaw is a recognised thought leader, with her career to date spanning consultancy and leadership roles. A published author and award-winning practitioner, Findlay’s professional interests include tackling human-centric cyber risks and leveraging advanced technologies to address modern challenges. In conversation with Brian, Findlay focuses on the insider risk, espionage and data theft and proceeds to outline how today’s organisations can mitigate the threat. Industry news stories featured include Sarah Austerberry’s appointment in the role of CEO at The Security Institute, the volume of ‘nationally significant’ cyber attacks impacting the UK (as reported by the National Cyber Security Centre in its recently published Annual Review), the formation of the S12 Security Guarding Leadership Group and the 2026 Fire and Security Matters Awards being opened for entries by Western Business Media.

    35 min

  3. 26/06/2025

    Security Matters Podcast - Episode 35

    Episode 35 of the Security Matters Podcast is framed by two exclusive interviews. Brian hears from Claire Humble (chair of The UK’s Security Commonwealth and founder and CEO of Nuology) and Paul Lotter (managing director of security guarding solutions specialist Corps Security). Claire turns her attentions towards several key subjects including The Security Commonwealth’s role and pressing challenges confronting the security profession. On a daily basis, Paul works closely with Corps Security’s operational teams to devise new approaches towards service delivery, while also concentrating on strategy and keeping the business connected to the wider industry. On this occasion, Paul examines Corps Security’s status as a Social Enterprise, reviews service delivery and also looks at career progression in the sector. Industry news stories analysed include the Business Continuity Institute’s new Vision 2030 report, the introduction of the revised BS 7872 focused on Cash-in-Transit, the appointment of Blaise Metreweli CMG as the eighteenth chief of MI6 and Skills for Security’s recent ‘Engineering Futures: A Celebration’ event, which was held in central London.

    32 min

  4. 27/02/2025

    Security Matters Podcast - Episode 34

    Episode 34 of the Security Matters Podcast includes Brian interviewing Kieran Mackie (managing director at security solutions specialist Amulet Security) and Sunil Mudholkar, vice-president of products with a physical security focus at Hexagon (the company boasting a comprehensive portfolio of video management software and enterprise incident management solutions). Kieran examines a number of core subjects, among them crowd control monitoring, retail security and the Worker Protection Act. Based in Boston, Massachusetts, Sunil leads a global development team of product managers diligently working on Hexagon’s physical security solutions roadmap and strategy. On this occasion, Sunil reviews the changing demand for video management systems, trends in the retail and transportation sectors and the concept of the ‘Digital Twin’.  Industry news stories covered include the introduction of the Crime and Policing Bill in Parliament, Informa plc’s decision to retire Anticipate London, South Wales Police’s deployment of additional live facial recognition cameras in Cardiff during this year’s Six Nations rugby internationals and registrations now being open for Security Matters Live 2025, our conference which runs at the CBS Arena on 5 June.

    50 min

  5. 29/01/2025

    Security Matters Podcast - Episode 33

    Episode 33 of the Security Matters Podcast includes Brian interviewing David Scott (managing director at national training provider Skills for Security) and Christian Have, CTO at Logpoint (the dedicated European provider of a converged cyber security platform that empowers organisations to thrive by delivering threat detection and incident response solutions). First appearing as our guest on Episode 8 back in July 2020, this time around David Scott concentrates on bridging the skills gap and shaping security apprenticeships to meet technology and industry-induced change. Based in Copenhagen, Christian Have joined the team at Logpoint in early 2016 having previously served as a consultant with Devoteam Consulting. Before taking up his present role with the business, Christian spent time as vice-president for solutions and integrations and then chief product officer. He currently oversees security and threat-focused research. On Episode 33 of the Security Matters Podcast, Christian examines the Security Operations Centre environment and the impact being exerted within due to the advent of Artificial Intelligence. Featured industry news stories include the Government urging security professionals to remain vigilant in the face of hostile state actors, BT calling on the UK’s Critical National Infrastructure providers to move away from the analogue copper landline network by the end of December, leadership changes at the Association of University Chief Security Officers and the launch of the International Optical Technologies Association.

    51 min

  6. 31/10/2024

    Security Matters Podcast - Episode 32

    Episode 32 of the Security Matters Podcast features Brian interviewing David Hughes (head of product management for Comelit-PAC), Alan O’Connor (managing director) and Jason Hillier (sales director) from Frontline Security Solutions and also Mark Brookes, global products and standards director at Gunnebo Safe Storage. David Hughes examines the subject of systems interoperability in some detail alongside systems integration and data security. There are also key insights into what the immediate future holds for product progression at Comelit-PAC. Alan O’Connor turns his attentions towards the biometrics arena, duly focusing on the end user experience with reference to key vertical sectors including finance and healthcare as well as confronting the challenges posed by legacy systems and the need for compliance with the privacy laws. In parallel, his colleague Jason Hillier reviews today’s mobile credentials, the push for contactless access and the emergence of new technologies involved with the Internet of Things and Artificial Intelligence. Meanwhile, Mark Brookes looks at several elements of the standards domain in addition to the need for balancing advanced and tech-driven safe storage solutions with traditional and trusted security measures.    Major news stories featured on Episode 32 include the recent release of Securitas Technology’s 2025 Global Technology Outlook Report, the launch of an all-new Model for Organisational Resilience devised by Resilience First and Cranfield University and the Insurance Fraud Charter led by insurance companies in conjunction with central Government.

    55 min

  7. 05/07/2024

    Security Matters Podcast - Episode 31

    In this episode, Brian interviews Professor Mark Button (director of the Centre for Cyber and Economic Crime at the University of Portsmouth’s School of Criminology and Criminal Justice), Frank Cannon CSyP FSyI CPP (senior consultant at the Optimal Risk Group) and Matt Gregg, UK sales manager for electronic key and asset management specialist Traka. Mark joined the University of Portsmouth back in 1997, becoming a Professor in 2012. The core focus of his research is counter fraud and cyber crime, with that research being conducted on behalf of numerous bodies including the Home Office and fraud prevention service Cifas. In conversation with Brian, Mark concentrates his attentions on emerging trends and where we are now on the crime fighting curve. Frank Cannon served as one of the presenters at last month’s inaugural edition of Security Matters Live. On this occasion, Frank reviews the importance of behavioural-based security and the creation of a security culture within today’s organisations. At Traka, Matt Gregg co-ordinates planning and develops strategic relationships within the retail and distribution sectors, focusing on how the company’s intelligent management solutions can help save time and money by allowing critical control over access to keys and equipment. Here, Matt assesses common business challenges for customers and outlines Traka’s own ‘Great Service Delivers’ campaign. Key news stories featured on Episode 31 include a G4S report evidencing the threat posed by subversive attacks and how to mitigate them, recognition for the volunteers who support the Register of Chartered Security Professionals and Dr Karin von Hippel’s decision to stand down as director general of RUSI after ten years in post.

    1 hr

  8. 19/02/2024

    Security Matters Podcast - Episode 30

    Episode 30 of the Security Matters Podcast includes three exclusive interviews. Brian hears from Barrie Millett (director of special projects and industry engagement at Mitie Security), Howard Lang (president and CEO at Gunnebo Entrance Control) and Ric Martin, the CEO of Pinnacle Systems. A former Royal Marine, Barrie is a specialist in the field of security and resilience strategy having worked for international organisations including GE and E.ON. An Honorary Life Vice-President of ASIS International’s UK Chapter, he joined Mitie back in April 2020. In conversation with Brian, Barrie looks at career paths for today’s professionals and also the roadmap for the sector in the immediate future. A graduate in civil engineering from Leeds University, and also the holder of a marketing degree from Hull University, Howard Lang is a member of the Gunnebo Group executive team and presently tasked with driving growth in line with company strategy. On this occasion, Howard covers numerous topics, including connected gate solutions and the evolution of entrance control technology. Pinnacle Systems is a specialist provider of an open integration platform for the electronic security market. In tandem with offering an overview of the business, Ric Martin focuses on Internet of Things and cloud technology and also concentrates on key trends impacting the security industry. Major news stories featured on this episode encompass the latest developments re: Martyn’s Law, the planned closure of BT Redcare’s operations in 2025 and the startling headline figures emerging from the British Retail Consortium’s Retail Crime Survey 2022-2023.

    52 min
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The Security Matters Podcast is published monthly and hosted by the magazine’s Editor Brian Sims. In each episode, Brian reports on and analyses the latest UK security industry news and also interviews leading professionals from the sector. The Security Matters Podcast is sponsored by The Security Event, which takes place on 8-10 April 2025 at the NEC in Birmingham. To register for your free pass to the show visit www.thesecurityevent.co.uk For all the latest security industry news and opinion visit www.securitymattersmagazine.com

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