Carlisle Awarded Outstanding Contract Security Company at the 2025 OSPAs
After a remarkable period of sustainable growth, Carlisle Support Services celebrates its prestigious accolade of being chosen as the 2025 Security Company of the Year at the ninth UK Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs). Held on 20th February at the Royal Lancaster Hotel, London, the OSPAs are widely regarded as the Security industry’s most prestigious […]
Carlisle Support Services is now White Ribbon Accredited
Carlisle Support Services is committed to working towards ending men’s violence against women by becoming White Ribbon Accredited, aligning with White Ribbon UK, the leading charity engaging men and boys to end violence against women. As a White Ribbon Accredited organisation, Carlisle Support Services will deliver a comprehensive multi-year plan to transform our staff culture, […]
Championing Innovation at our 2025 Innovation Lab
Following its huge success in February 2024, we are pleased to announce that the Innovation Lab and Annual Superstar Awards are returning on Thursday 27th March 2025 at Excel London. Bigger and better than ever before, not only is the upcoming event featuring its own dedicated website, but it is also due to be the […]
The Challenges of Labour Exploitation in the Private Security Industry
Carlisle recently hosted a webinar entitled ‘The Challenges of Labour Exploitation in the Private Security Industry’. The session was expertly facilitated by Yolanda Hamblen, with representation from the Security Industry Authority (SIA) and presentations from: Targeting an audience of security services buyers, the discussion focused on how the industry can tackle concerns related to labour […]
Managing violence and aggression in healthcare
In the healthcare environment, security officers play a vital role in maintaining a safe and secure atmosphere for patients, staff, and visitors. As the sector continues to change and adapt, frequent training is essential to equip security professionals with the knowledge and skills to respond effectively to emergencies, de-escalate conflicts, and protect the well-being of […]
Carlisle supports the EY Foundation
Carlisle Support Services is proud to support the EY Foundation, an independent charity that helps young people from low-income backgrounds access paid work experiences, employability skills training, and career guidance. As young people from low-income backgrounds are three times more likely to be unemployed by the age of 27, the EY Foundation provides these individuals […]
Enhancing security at Excel London with tailored behaviour detection training
Carlisle Support Services and CT Protect have introduced a tailored behaviour detection training programme at Excel London to enhance the skills of staff members, improve security operations, and establish a new standard for safety and security in the events industry. Aimed at enhancing overall preparedness for evolving risks, the training was customised to meet the […]
Carlisle Support Services secures Hard FM contract for ARL
After five years of delivering Soft FM services for Arriva Rail London, which operates the London Overground on behalf of Transport for London (TfL), Carlisle Support Services has secured an additional contract to provide Hard FM services across the stations managed by the operator. In addition to Soft FM services, Carlisle will now provide both […]
Mentorship in action: empowering growth through leadership and collaboration
Throughout 2024, Matthew Ship embarked on a progression path within Carlisle under the guidance of his manager, John Angel, the Head of Operations. During this time, John served as a mentor to Matthew, fostering his development to enhance his career prospects within the company. With John’s support, Matthew advanced in his role, creating opportunities for […]
Carlisle Support Services and the RMT announce national recognition agreement
Carlisle Support Services announces a national voluntary recognition agreement with Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT) Union, the first of its kind within the outsourced industry, to foster a joined-up vision of improving industrial relations and employee well-being. This agreement also comes at a time when the new government has confirmed its intention to move […]