{"id":41854,"date":"2024-10-16T10:53:00","date_gmt":"2024-10-16T10:53:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.guardpass.com\/resources\/?p=41854"},"modified":"2024-10-16T10:53:02","modified_gmt":"2024-10-16T10:53:02","slug":"operation-empower-combatting-labour-exploitation-in-the-uk-security-industry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.guardpass.com\/resources\/operation-empower-combatting-labour-exploitation-in-the-uk-security-industry\/","title":{"rendered":"Operation EMPOWER: Combatting Labour Exploitation in the UK Security Industry"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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Did you know? Nearly 70% of security guards are stuck at minimum wage.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember when getting into security was simple? A bit of training, a few checks, and you were good to go. Back then, it felt straightforward. But things have changed, and not all for the better. Today, there are stories of unfair wages, shady contracts, and workers being exploited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Operation EMPOWER<\/strong>, led by the Security Industry Authority<\/strong><\/a> (SIA)<\/strong>, is stepping in to fix that. Restoring fairness in the security industry and putting an end to exploitation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ve likely seen it. Maybe you\u2019ve even thought, \u201c<\/em>Something isn\u2019t right here.<\/em><\/strong>\u201d<\/em> workers underpaid, no proper contracts, unfair hours, or even exploited due to their immigration status. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The SIA is taking action.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Is Operation EMPOWER?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Operation EMPOWER<\/strong> is a country-wide initiative by the SIA to fight labour exploitation in the private security industry. They’re working with HM Revenue and Customs<\/strong><\/a> and Home Office Immigration Enforcement<\/strong><\/a> to tackle this head-on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Paul Fullwood<\/a>, Director of Inspections and Enforcement at the SIA, says it best:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“We\u2019re confident that most private security suppliers meet high standards and provide fair working conditions, which contributes to public safety. However, we know from our intelligence and stakeholder engagement that the industry has concerns that some companies are undermining quality businesses through alleged poor practices. We\u2019ve set up a dedicated multi-disciplinary team across the SIA, headed at director level, to address labour exploitation under the name Operation EMPOWER. This project team includes intelligence specialists and criminal investigators, as well as representatives from Individual and Business Standards, Legal, Policy, and Communications.<\/em>“<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Does Labour Exploitation Look Like?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Here\u2019s how it shows up:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Not being paid the National Minimum Wage<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Improper or missing contracts<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Long hours with no breaks<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Coercion due to immigration status<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A lot of people might not even know they\u2019re being exploited. That\u2019s why Operation EMPOWER<\/strong> is also about raising awareness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ask yourself:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Are you being paid what you\u2019re owed?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Do you have a clear contract?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Are your hours fair?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If the answer is \u201cno,\u201d it\u2019s time to speak up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Impact on Businesses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Exploiting workers might seem like an easy way to cut costs, but it destroys the industry. It\u2019s bad for the companies that play by the rules and bad for the reputation of the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As Ronnie Megaughin<\/strong>, Head of Compliance and Inspections at the SIA, points out:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“This successful operation highlights our commitment to tackling these harmful and unlawful activities by unscrupulous individuals and businesses. For every corrupt and criminal action carried out to maximise profit, there is the strong likelihood of a victim who is being deprived of their rights. We will continue to work with industry representatives, law enforcement partners, and fellow regulatory agencies to create a hostile environment within the private security industry for these criminals. Operation EMPOWER will be a long-running and focused operation. I encourage anyone with information concerning unlawful activity within the industry to contact us<\/em>.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Can You Do?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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First off, know your rights:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 You\u2019re entitled to the National Minimum Wage<\/strong> (or National Living Wage<\/strong> if you\u2019re 21+).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 You should have a contract that spells out your role, pay, and conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 If something\u2019s wrong, report it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Paul Fullwood explains further:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“People who are being exploited can be hard to reach. They may be vulnerable due to their immigration status. They may not even realise that they\u2019re being exploited. We want security operatives to understand what labour exploitation looks like.<\/em>“<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s the first step to stopping it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Employers Have a Role Too<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Employers, this is on you as well. You\u2019re responsible for ensuring your staff gets paid fairly and works under decent conditions. Subcontracting? That doesn\u2019t let you off the hook. You need to make sure everyone in the chain is treated right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If the rates look too good to be true, they probably are. Cheap security often means exploited workers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Use trusted security job boards like GuardPass<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember: <\/strong>Every employer must pay the National Minimum Wage<\/strong>. No exceptions. You\u2019re also responsible for proper contracts and contributions to taxes and national insurance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The SIA\u2019s Next Steps<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The SIA isn\u2019t slowing down. They\u2019ve got more planned under Operation EMPOWER<\/strong>, with enforcement actions across the UK. This is a long-term effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to expect:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 A campaign to raise awareness (you might have already seen some of this)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Guidance on how to spot exploitation<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 More collaboration between law enforcement and the industry<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep an eye out for updates from the SIA. They\u2019re serious about cleaning up the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Reporting Matters<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you see something, say something. Reporting labour exploitation isn\u2019t just about protecting yourself\u2014it helps the entire industry. The more reports the SIA gets, the stronger the case against bad practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Operation EMPOWER<\/strong> is a long-term effort. Let\u2019s all do our part.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Final Thoughts<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Labour exploitation has no place in the UK\u2019s private security industry. Operation EMPOWER<\/strong> is working to protect workers and keep things fair for businesses. The message is simple: no more shortcuts, no more exploitation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Know your rights, know your responsibilities, and if something\u2019s wrong, report it. We\u2019re all in this together, and with Operation EMPOWER<\/strong>, we can fix this industry.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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