Close Circuit News Archive
February 2010
“Close Circuit provided CLSA with the best security possible, ensuring the exclusivity of our function. They were on hand through out the whole planning process for my event from talking through the security risks, to speaking to the appropriate licensing authorities and then ensuring the safety of our headline act Jedward, as well as being professional and friendly with my guests and staff. I would not think of using any other security provider for my events''.
Close Circuit staff based at Newham 6th Form College raise money for HAITI.
January 2010
Close Circuit's Operations Director completes BS8901, the new British Standard focusing on sustainability. Well done Lee.
November 2009
Close Circuit provided 15 stewards for Wimbledon Town Centres annual Christmas Parade (Winter Wonderland), maintaining a safe area for 2000 guests. Here’s what they thought of us...
“What can I say?! What a star job and a million thanks to you for indulging me and taking it on personally, you’re an absolute delight to work with. I got great feedback on your team from everyone, so overall entirely delighted with the job. So – a huge thank you to you and yours, it was a real pleasure working with you and I felt totally and utterly taken care of, you inspired 100% faith and you delivered”
Tracy Francis – Town Centre Manager
Close Circuit provides security for a Cash Money Records event in conjunction with Universal. This is what they said about us...
“Thanks again for all your help with the event. Everyone thought you were great. We will definitely be using your team for all events we have going forward “
"Gary was great at the weekend very pleased and a nice guy! Thank you"
Close Circuit now secure The Royal Exchange in the City of London.
Close Circuit provides security for high end Jewellery and luxury brand show in the heart of the City of London. Here’s what the event manager thought of us...
"Secure? Most definitely. I have recently used Close Circuit at a luxury brands event and cannot speakly highly enough of the team. Unobtrusive, helpful and proactive. Quite frankly, seamless. My concern for the clients' goods security was completely understood by Adam and the last minute room changes, which complicated an already difficult venue to secure, were managed effortlessly. I will definitely use Close Circuit for all future events."
Jane Lees, Barnhart Consulting
Close Circuit provide security for the launch of the new Disney game for the Nintendo Wii at Shoreditch Studios.
Close Circuit provide security for ‘a meet the cast event’ for fans of Wicked, the musical. This was a very successful event.
Close Circuit provide security for the launch of the new Kleenex tissues. We provided security at Victoria Station and London Bridge Station.
October 2009
Close Circuit provide security for the Redbull staff Haloween party. This was a scary experience!
Close Circuit provides all the security for The Sunday Times Wine Show. One of our supervisors, Carlson did a fantastic job and here’s what they thought of us...
"Close Circuit provided a perfectly pitched security service for our wine show...!"
John Kemp
Close Circuit provide security for two of the most popular party boat companies in London... a great way to have a party!
"Newham Sixth Form College (NewVIc) extends its thanks to Close Circuit for its support of the NewVIc College Diploma, which acknowledges and rewards the hard work of NewVIc students".
Shah Rahman -
Events officer
Close Circuit’s donation to Say It Loud meant they can now start attending schools and educating children on the dangers of knives and gang culture. Well done Gyles and Matt (founders)!
September 2009
"Dear Close Circuit team.
Sincere thanks for donating such a large sum of money to our sponsorship plea for the Dragon Boat Race down the Thames on Saturday 5th Sept 09 (http://www.greatriverrace.co.uk/). It will be a hard 22-mile slog but hopefully we'll make it! Charlotte's fund target for her cerebral palsy operation in the States will certainly be achievable if companies such as yours continue to be so generous, despite the current economic climate. You truly have made a great difference to someone's life by making this donation and I, on behalf of my fellow rowers and on behalf of Charlotte's family thank you greatly."
"Here's a picture of us all as the Hulks after we finished the race. We did awesome!!! Came 75th overall out of 300 boats and we were the 12th fastest in our category i.e. 10-man dragon boat! Not bad for a bunch of guys dressed as hulks. We are very happy with the result and received loads of support and banter from the crowd so really enjoyed the day".
Anthony Flaum - Racer
"Close Circuit provided security for our Annual Garden Party. The team were prompt and professional with a never-ending smile and provided valuable support. I would use them again as they exceeded my expectations and were great to work with".
Louise King, Assistant General Manager, Crazy Bear Hotel
Close Circuit have won the tender to provide security at McNicholas Construction’s head office in Elstree. This was a separate tender to that of the site security that we won in March 2009.
Close Circuit provide security for a summer party in aid of Water for Kids (WFK is a small charity, set up by Environmental Health Officers, which provides safe water, sanitation and health education for children and communities in developing countries) http://waterforkids.org.uk/.
August 2009
"During a time when our country is struggling with the recession, Close Circuit is supplying free security training to sectors of our local community. Not only does this increase the safety of residents attending our venues, but also stimulates the local economy through the training and employment of people who would otherwise find obtaining employment difficult.
We are committed to providing an unparalleled level of security to all of our clients and take great pride in contributing to, and serving, our local communities".
Adam Conn – Managing Director of Close Circuit
"Thank you Close Circuit. On behalf of the whole Say It Loud team, the young people we have worked with so and all those we are destined to work with in the future, I thank you for the generous donation you have made to us. We feel honoured and proud to be supported by you. With the money you have given us, we will be able to buy new instruments, art materials and all the other resources we need to run our various creative arts workshops. These workshops will help give young people more to do in their local area and keep them safe off the streets".
Say It Loud - Say It Loud is a Not for Profit Community Interest Company that supports youths from disadvantaged backgrounds reaching their full potential in life. It uses the creative arts to encourage young people to raise their aspirations and resist the temptations of gang culture and gun & knife crime.
Close Circuit is now working with the Job Centre to provide free security training for people that are currently out of work. We offer Government funded NVQ’s and SIA courses to assist them getting jobs within the security industry.
July 2009
Close Circuit provides security for NME event in conjunction with JD Sports. A very successful event.
"Your staff were highly professional, friendly, easy to get along with and they looked great. Thank you so much for your help."
Paula Murry – Childwickbury House, St Albans
June 2009
"Close Circuit provided security for Science World, the Fisher Scientific Laboratory Experience at Haydock Park, Merseyside, on 17th and 18th June. Exhibitors at the show commented on the helpful and friendly security staff who were willing to go beyond their brief as security providers to ensure that all those attending the show had a safe yet enjoyable day."
We now supply search arches to many venues across the UK, including Schools and Colleges. You can purchase these or hire them, depending on your requirements. Please contact us for further information.
Close Circuit provided all the security for the Ark Charity Ball held at the Waterloo Eurostar building. We planned all the security requirements for the event and ensured all the guests arrived safely. Whilst they were inside the venue, we maintained a safe and sterile area for them to enjoy themselves.
Close Circuit has won the tender to provide security at Treasure – cornerstone event of Coutts London Jewellery week in Covent Garden.
“Treasure was a a cornerstone event of Coutts London Jewellery week, showcasing over 80 jewellers in the heart of Covent Garden and as such it was vital that we had the right security specialists to work with. After an extended period of interviews with several top security companies Close Circuit were selected and we are delighted to say we made absolutely the right choice. The team where obviously handpicked to be perfect for our event. They were helpful, fastidious, intelligent and extremely professional and worked seamlessly with the events team, exhibitors and visitors to create an atmosphere of safety and welcome.
A huge thanks to Close Circuit for making Treasure such a stress free event and successful event and we look forward to working with Adam and his team soon”
May 2009
Close Circuit provide full security for Prince Charles when he visited RIBA in London for their annual lecture. We liaised with the close protection team, to make his arrival/visit as safe as possible.
March 2009
Close Circuit wins the tender for McNicholas to provide security for all of their building sites within London. We competed against twenty two large security companies!
January 2009
Close Circuit provides security for the party of the TV series ‘Skins’, looking after 1700 people.
December 2008
Close Circuit looks after hundreds of people that descended on St Pancras Station for the special appearance of Take That. This was for the release of their new album.
November 2008
Close Circuit provided security at Janes Police Gala Dinner Awards, where over 700 guests and Police Officers attended for dinner and awards for outstanding contributions to the service. We made sure we kept the Police very safe and helped carry out searches with dogs.
"We really enjoyed working with you and your team on Thursday night. Your team were faultless - extremely professional and helpful and managed the check in process efficiently and quickly. I have had lots of great comments from all my team on how good they were. I would certainly recommend your company highly."
Antonia, Janes Police Review
Due to some changes in Law affecting security, Close Circuit re-educate their staff, so they remain up to date on all current legislation.
Close Circuit is constantly being approached by Schools in London to provide internal security. We currently provide full time security operatives in Highbury Grove School, Newham Sixth Form College and now Hornsey School for Girls.
October 2008
Close Circuit secures ‘Trade’ Party, safely looking after 1800 people.
Close Circuit provide security for Nigerian Independence Day party for 2000 guests. We set up a control centre to monitor and protect the guests safety. A hugely successful event.
Close Circuit sponsors European Kickboxing Championships. One of our security operatives, Phil Saunders fought for the European title and won. We intend to sponsor many more sporting events in the future.
September 2008
Close Circuit exhibiting at the Square Meal Venue and Event Show with Simon Mitchell from Impulse Events doing the champagne draw. Thank you to all of our existing clients that visited us and thank you to Square Meal for selecting us to be their chosen security provider.
Due to a £400,000 sabotage, Close Circuit are called in to secure the new Shepherds Bush Central Station
August 2008
Close Circuit provide security in London for Notting Hill Carnival Weekend
Close Circuit provides security staff for The Gun, Docklands.
"Close Circuit staff were friendly to both customers and staff, always on hand to help throughout the day. I would recommend Close Circuit Security to anyone who is looking for professional, welcoming security staff"
Joanne Parker,
General Manager
The Gun, Docklands
Close Circuit secures a number of roads in London, by providing full time visible patrols. This is due to the increased crime rate. We will be working hand in hand with the Metropolitan Police, to provide a safer London.
The scheme is called Safer Houses
June 2008
Photo 1 - Close Circuit provides security for ICICI Bank event at The Royal Horticultural Hall. Special guests included Shahrukh Khan (A-list Bollywood actor).
Photo 2 - Close Circuit secures St Pancras for Wimbledon event
Photo 3 - Close Circuit provides outstanding security for large charity event in Greenwich.
“Adam and the team from Close Circuit were as supportive as always during the ICICI Bank corporate event in the Royal Horticultural Halls.
The event was hectic so knowing that the team was on site; in position & ready to respond was real peace of mind.
20 guards were used for the all important security presence for the night of over 700 guests, however we also used the team for other duties on including guest liaison at the door, VIP logistics, star performer movements, fire marshal duties and taxi marshalling just to name a few.
Adam’s professional, calm approach to the whole event ensured the client was well looked after and nothing was too much trouble.
The event went very well, a fantastic effort on the night!”
Claudia Angstmann, Assistant Operations Manager
Royal Horticultural Halls & Conference Centre
“Close Circuit are professional, friendly and highly responsive to all our needs. The security staff are a pleasure to work with”. Emma Nathan
Brand and Deliver – Responsible for events at St Pancras Station.
May 2008
Close Circuit have been asked to exhibit at Square Meals this year. We are the only security company exhibiting, so please come and meet the team, if you wish to discuss anything.
April 2008
Close Circuit exhibiting at RSVP 2008 and Abi Cater from Staar Productions doing the champagne draw.
February 2008
Close Circuit were the only security company exhibiting at Confex 2008
October 2007
Close Circuit now supply a range of child safe locks.
October 2007
Below, Close Circuit exhibiting at The National Venue Show.
September 2007
Close Circuit will be exhibiting at The National Venue Show from 25th to 27th September 2007 at the NEC in Birmingham. We have been selected by the show to be the only security company exhibiting there. Please visit us at the show, if you wish to speak with any of the Close Circuit team.