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Revision of BAFE Scheme for Contract Maintenance of Portable Fire Extinguishers

29th September 2017
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NSI Commissions new Perpetuity Research Study – “Maximising the Public Benefits of Automated Alarms”

27th September 2017
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Women in Security Awards 2017 – A Night of Outstanding Achievements

15th September 2017
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15th September 2017
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