HC Deb 30 November 1983 vol 49 c510W
Mr. Peter Bruinvels

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will introduce a licensing system for private security firms; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Hurd

No. The Government support self-regulation by the industry. Both the British Security Industry Association and the International Professional Security Association require their members to adhere to professional standards and codes of conduct, and each has set up an inspectorate to monitor compliance.