Corps Security Heritage

Over 160 years of security services with social value.

Corps has been making a positive impact on society for over 160 years.

We are the oldest security company in the world and have been a social enterprise since our creation in 1859 – we just didn’t know it then!

Proud of our heritage

STAYING TRUE TO OUR ROOTS!

The oldest security company in the world

In 1859, our founder Captain Sir Edward Walter had an extraordinary social mission – to provide gainful employment to service personnel returning from war. He could see the value, skills and experience of those that had faced the toughest situations.

A history built on a social vision

Back then, those returning from conflict faced incredible hardship, with no provision for housing and little in the way of help with physical injuries. Their employment opportunities were very limited.

A growing force for good

Initially providing a security presence for the financial houses of the City of London, which at the time was the world’s commercial capital, Corps presence quickly grew and by 1880 the group was operating in London, Belfast, and Liverpool, with over 1,000 members.

Making a positive impact on society for over 160 years

In 1901 His Majesty King Edward VII became the head of the Corps of Commissionaires’ board of governors. A tradition that continues today.

Proud to make a difference

We are still immensely proud of our links to the Royal Household, which reinforces our reputation for quality and high standards.

Looking to the future

Corps has evolved with the times, introducing new and better ways of working to help protect our customers people, property and reputations.

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A Social Enterprise since our creation

We’ve come a long way since the 1800’s.

But, as you can see, we have never forgotten our roots and continue to embrace our rich heritage and social mission in everything we do. We have also worked hard to develop what we offer our people, establishing diversity as a core priority and supporting fair working practices to improve lives.

Being a Social Enterprise means we really do change lives. Coupled with our mission to pay all our staff a living wage means Corps are genuinely different to all other security companies in the UK.

See how our Social Enterprise status can help your company fulfil your own Environmental, Social and Governance goals

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OUR SOCIAL VALUES

‘‘Corps provides security with social value. We exist to make a difference through the delivery of our services and are the only major social enterprise in our sector.’’

Mark RogersExecutive Director

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Corps Security Press Releases

Corps Security Wins Two Year Contract With Centrepoint

Corps Security has secured a two-year contract with Centrepoint, the UK’s leading youth homelessness charity.

Corps Relay

Intelligence Update November 2023

This month’s Corps Relay Intelligence Update includes: New Class C Status for Anti-Social Drug, Thieves Cut Through Floor to Commit Museum Theft, Pro-Palestinian Protest Terrorism Arrests, Current National Threat Level, Counter Terrorism Police Launch Their Winter Campaign, Corps Focus: Security Issue of the Month – Martyns Law Update

Corps Relay

Intelligence Update October 2023

This month’s Corps Relay Intelligence Update includes: Security Training Under the Spotlight, Hezbollah Involvement in Israel-Gaza - Travel Advice Updated, Leader of the Opposition Targeted by Activist, Highlights, Security Concerns, Current National Threat Level , Evidence of Continued Terrorism and Fixated Threat Emphasised, Police Investigation Finds Liverpool Women’s Hospital Bomber had an Asylum Grievance, Security Training Under the Spotlight

Corps Relay

Intelligence Update August 2023

This month’s Corps Relay Intelligence Update includes: Update on the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Draft Bill, also known as ‘Martyn’s Law’, Protective Security Funding Scheme for Places of Worship, National Security Bill Becomes Law, The Equipment Theft (Prevention) Act 2023 Receives Royal Assent, The Government Updates the Counter-Terrorism Strategy (CONTEST 2023), Current National Threat Level, Hate Preacher Arrested on Suspicion of Terror Offence, ISIS ‘Jihadi’ John Found Dead in Spanish Prison, Counter Terrorism Police Arrest a 16-Year-Old Boy on Suspicion of Terror Offences, Corps Focus: Security Issue of the Month - Environmental Activism Focus

Corps Relay

Martyn’s Law Update

Update on the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Draft Bill, also known as ‘Martyn’s Law’.

Corps Relay

Intelligence Update July 2023

This month’s Corps Relay Intelligence Update includes: New Registrar for the Register of Chartered Security Professionals Announced, Security Institute Appoints a New Chairperson, Reported Rise in Retail Theft, Solar Farm Crime on the Rise as Copper Prices are Set to Rise Further by 2024, Current National Threat Level, Man Jailed After Bomb Manuals Found on Laptop, Home Office Reject Industry Business Licences and SIA Recommendations, Just Stop Oil continue to target events.

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Intelligence Update June 2023

This month’s Corps Relay Intelligence Update includes: Government to Publish Timeline for Removal of Surveillance Equipment Manufactured in China from Sensitive Government Sites , Security Industry, Federation to be a new official Security Industry Trade Union , NCSC Launch New Security Training Packages , Railway Guardian App , Current National Threat Level, Two Sentenced for Terrorism Offences , Islamist Terror Plot Teen will Serve at Least Six Years, Corps Focus: Security Issue of the Month - Protest and activism review from May.

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Intelligence Update May 2023

This month’s Corps Relay Intelligence Update includes: Member of Armed Forces Charged Under Official Secrets Act, Hacked CEO sentenced for failing to fulfil General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) requirements, Facewatch Facial Recognition have been Awarded The Surveillance Camera Code of Practice, The government has set out guidelines to regulate ‘responsible use’ of artificial intelligence (AI) , Current National Threat Level, Man Sentenced to 15 Years for Planned Attacks on Sydney, Australia, Review of Aprils Protest and Activism, Public Order Bill – Designed to Enhance Police Powers for the Management of Activism, Corps Focus: Security Issue of the Month - Martyn’s Law Update – The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2023

Corps Relay

Intelligence Update April 2023

This month’s Corps Relay Intelligence Update includes: UK Emergency Alerts Service National Test, New Figures Show the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is Improving, Tesco move away from HikVision and Dahua CCTV, Operation Cookie Monster: Genesis Market Shut Down, Weaponizing USB Thumb Drives, ‘Rolex Rippers’ Caught after Leaving a Phone in a Car with Photos of Stolen Timepieces, Tesla Model 3 Hacked at Pwn2Own Hacking Event, TikTok Fined for Failing to Protect the Privacy of Children, Lemon8, Current National Threat Level, Scottish Right-Wing Supporter Incarcerated for Terrorism, Notable Dates/Events, 10th Anniversary of Pavlo Lapshyn’s First Attack, Political Crisis in Israel.

Corps Relay

Intelligence Update March 2023

This month’s Corps Relay Intelligence Update includes: Manchester Arena Inquiry Update, National Protective Security Authority (NPSA), National Security Inspectorate appoints a new CEO, The Rise of AI, WH Smith targeted by Cybercriminals, Current National Threat Level, Terrorist Attack in Gloucestershire, Corps Focus: Security Issue of the Month - Manchester Arena Inquiry Update

Our Social Values

We protect more than you think

There’s a lot more to Corps Security than you might expect. Yes, we are experts in security and we have over 160 years of experience. But we’re also experts in how to put sustainability and diversity at the heart of everything we do.

We are a Social Enterprise

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>> Carbon Reduction Plan

>> Equal Employment Opportunities Policy

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Corps Security Heritage

Over 160 years of security services with social value.

STAYING TRUE TO OUR ROOTS!

The oldest security company in the world

A history built on a social vision

A growing force for good

Making a positive impact on society for over 160 years

Proud to make a difference

Looking to the future

A Social Enterprise since our creation

We’ve come a long way since the 1800’s.

OUR SOCIAL VALUES

‘‘Corps provides security with social value. We exist to make a difference through the delivery of our services and are the only major social enterprise in our sector.’’

Latest News

Corps Security Wins Two Year Contract With Centrepoint

Intelligence Update November 2023

Intelligence Update October 2023

Intelligence Update August 2023

Martyn’s Law Update

Intelligence Update July 2023

Intelligence Update June 2023

Intelligence Update May 2023

Intelligence Update April 2023

Intelligence Update March 2023

Our Social Values

We protect more than you think

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