SBD News

Mental Health Facility Wins ATLAS Award Offering Clever Design and a Safe Haven for Patients and Staff
Highgate East mental health facility in North London was the Healthcare Development winner at ATLAS 25’, the Secured by Design awards.

Revolutionary Spray System Promises to Drive Down Retail Crime
Secured by Design member DeterTech, a leader in intruder detection and identification, is proud to announce the immediate availability of SmartSpray® for rental or purchase.

Garnalex Reveals Plans for the Future as Planning Permission Granted
Garnalex, owner of the Secured by Design accredited Sheerline brand and currently based in Nether Heage, Derbyshire, has secured planning permission for a purpose-built development near junction 27 of the M1. The facility will enable the company to prioritise sustainable growth, increase jobs, and improve transport links.

Free RIBA Approved CPD for Architects, Planners & Developers, May & June 2025
The Police Crime Prevention Academy are running free RIBA Approved CPD sessions on Secured by Design in May and June 2025.

Envision Intelligent Solutions Delivers Smart and Safe Security
Security specialists, Envision Intelligent Solutions, has joined Secured by Design, the official national police security initiative.

George Barnsdale renew Secured by Design membership
Lincolnshire-based timber windows and doors manufacturer, George Barnsdale, is pleased to announce it has renewed its membership with Secured by Design, the flagship UK police initiative that helps ‘design out’ crime with high-quality, innovative products and processes.

Esk Glazing + Interiors - where design meets security
Renowned provider of quality glazing and design services, Esk Glazing + interiors, is one of the latest companies to join Secured by Design, the official police security initiative.

Secured by Design at the 2025 FIT Show
Secured by Design (SBD), the national police crime prevention initiative, will be among the hundreds of exhibitors at the prestigious FIT Show next week, 29 April to 1 May.

Stronger gym security with GymSafe 24/7 protection
Professional Surveillance Management (PSM), who are experts in CCTV monitoring, have launched GymSafe, a groundbreaking security solution designed for gyms and leisure facilities which has met the tough accreditation standards at Secured by Design.

Award winning council homes set a new standard for safety and well being
Phase one of a multi-million pound regeneration project in Wolverhampton has gained national recognition for its success.

Free RIBA Approved CPD, April to June 2025
The Police Crime Prevention Academy are running free RIBA Approved CPD sessions on Secured by Design in April, May and June 2025.

Loxta launches UK’s first retrofittable high-security handle range.
Lancashire-based Loxta Hardware, experts in manufacturing high security premium hardware, has joined Secured by Design, the official national police security initiative.