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On top of his work leading the #NextGen initiative, Paul has
also been involved in several other key developments within
the Institute. Paul is the sponsoring Director for the Institute’s
Inclusive Security Special Interest Group (IS SIG), supporting the
co-chairs Anna-Liisa Tampuu ASyI and Lisa Reilly in their efforts
to provide more opportunities for underrepresented groups
within the security profession. Furthermore, Paul has also
supported the work being conducted by the Institute’s Counter
Terrorism Special Interest Group (CT SIG) as part of the UK
Government’s PROTECT Duty Consultation.
Speaking on Paul’s new role, Security Institute Chair Peter Lavery
FSyI said:

‘“Paul is an active member of the Security Institute’s Board of
Directors and brings with him a long and distinguished law
enforcement career and more recent commercial experience.
Paul has impressed us all with his personal determination and
drive for our Next Generation programme with a clear passion
for delivering career pathways for young people. Paul brings
valued experience and skills to the Institute’s leadership team at
a time of increasing importance for the security profession as we
consider those issues for the Institute’s strategy and the future.
Whilst Jonathan is standing down from the Vice Chair role, and
his valuable contribution, he remains at ‘active’ Board Director
and currently leading on our ‘Protect Duty’ consultation. I
look forward to our continuing to work together and his fresh
perspectives on the many issues the profession and the Institute
face.”

Paul added:

“I am so proud to have been invited to take up the role of Vice
Chair of the Security Institute, a position I have accepted.

I follow in the footsteps of recent incumbents Paul Drury and
Johnathan Schulten. Thank you both for the foundations you
have laid for the benefit of our members.
In the middle of a global pandemic, an economic downturn with
the added uncertainty and challenges these bring, for me this
is an exciting time to be taking on this role. Right now young
people, people from diverse backgrounds and from other
sectors need to hear loud and clear that the security sector has
amazing career opportunities.

Our membership is growing at a fast pace and our special
interest groups are hosting thought leadership sessions, with
ever growing influence. This is a great time to be a member of
the Security Institute with so many professional development
options.
I will be championing your cause, helping to influence
stakeholders for your benefit and help to shape the Security
Institutes strategy.

I am keen to hear from our members about what your thoughts
are on the above subjects, so please do get in touch.”

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