Securitas UK hosted its annual Community Awards on Wednesday evening, October 16. In its tenth year, the awards recognise the work of Securitas teams and individuals over the last 12 months. Winners were awarded in ten categories; outstanding act, leadership, team, safety first, innovation, community, helpfulness, vigilance, integrity and core values.
This year’s finalists were all quarterly Community Award winners, nominated during the year and judged by a panel of company staff. The National Gallery in central London was named winner of the Good Customer Award, with shopping mall operator Westfield highly commended. That award recognises customers who work in partnership with Securitas to raise security standards and shape best practice in the industry.
Shaun Kennedy, Country President at Securitas UK said: “Many congratulations to this year’s winners and finalists – they are a credit to both Securitas and the security industry. Every one of them represents the commitment, bravery and passion that drive our six protective services. It’s important that we recognise and celebrate how our officers help make the world a safer place.
“I was also delighted to see the National Gallery and Westfield recognised on the night. The Good Customer award is a significant part of Community Awards, as it acknowledges the importance of collaboration to raise standards and ensure security is at the top of the business agenda.”
Kennedy also presented the Country President’s Award. That marks the contribution of Securitas colleagues and the team members of a valued client who implemented a pioneering approach to safety and security across client’s portfolio. That went to the Securitas fire division in partnership with Aviva.
The security company raised £1700 on the night for charity partner Wooden Spoon. Set up in 1983, Wooden Spoon has distributed more than £26m to over 700 projects, helping disabled and disadvantaged children.
