London, Friday 8 May 2026, Close Protection World is inviting personnel from the UK’s blue light services to attend the CPWorld Summer Conference in London free of charge if they are considering a move into the private security and close protection sector.
Across policing, ambulance services, NHS frontline response and fire and rescue, there are experienced professionals whose work already demands calm decision-making under pressure, public-facing responsibility, safeguarding awareness, teamwork and operational composure. These qualities remain highly relevant in the private security and close protection sector, particularly in roles where professionalism, judgement and reliability are central.
Different branches of the blue light community already have their own official career support, development and transition routes, including military resettlement through the Career Transition Partnership, police leavers support under the Police Covenant work, NHS early and late career support, recognised professional development pathways for paramedics and NFCC career pathways within the fire sector. For those now assessing whether private security could be the right next step, the CPWorld Summer Conference provides direct access to the sector in one place.
For those thinking seriously about a future beyond frontline public service, the conference offers an opportunity to understand the private security sector from the inside. Attendees will be able to hear from speakers, engage with exhibitors, meet training providers and gain a practical sense of the standards, expectations and pathways associated with close protection and related security work.
Personnel from blue light backgrounds who are considering a move into private security or close protection are invited to attend free of charge. To secure a free ticket, please email admin@closeprotectionworld.com from your work email address so that your service affiliation can be verified.
The 2026 London event will feature:
• Guest speakers
• Presentations
• Exhibitors
• Workshops
• Networking
• Charity raffle
• Sponsored drinks reception (sponsored by 242 Group)
To learn more about the Close Protection Conference and secure your spot, visit the CPWorld homepage.
Join us on Friday 8 May 2026 in London for a day of knowledge, sharing and networking.
Media Contact:
John Morrison
Event Director
Close Protection World
admin@closeprotectionworld.com
07515 526 209