London, Friday 8 May 2026 – Close Protection World is pleased to welcome Anna Cooperwhite of Whittaker & Co and Weronika Glon of CJ Protect as featured speakers at this year’s Close Protection Conference in London.
Representing two highly relevant specialist areas within the security sector, insurance and financial compliance, Weronika and Anna will each bring practical industry insight to the conference audience during a shared speaker slot. Their presentations will address two important areas of operational reality for security professionals and companies alike: appropriate insurance cover and the impact of the latest HMRC changes on compliant working practices within the industry.
Anna Cooperwhite’s Presentation Title: HMRC 2026 Updates – What the New Rules Mean for the Security Industry
Presentation Summary:
This presentation outlines the latest HMRC changes effective from April 2026 and their direct impact on the security industry. It explains new rules affecting self employed professionals earning over £50,000, increased reporting requirements, and HMRC’s tougher stance on umbrella, offshore, and employer of record payment models. Attendees will gain practical insight into how these changes affect pay, compliance, and risk, and what steps to take to protect themselves and continue working compliantly within the security industry.
Speaker Biography:
Anna Cooperwhite is an ex forces professional and the founder and owner of Whittaker & Co, a specialist accountancy and compliance firm supporting contractors and agencies operating in the security and high risk contracting sectors. With over 20 years’ experience working alongside the security industry after leaving the military, Anna combines first hand operational understanding with deep expertise in PAYE, self employment, and labour supply chain compliance. She is widely known for advising on the practical impact of HMRC reform and for helping security professionals navigate complex payment models compliantly and commercially.
Weronika Glon’s Presentation Title: Insurance and why you need it
Presentation Summary:
This presentation highlights the key covers that you as a CPO or company require within the security industry to operate. It also covers pricing, choice of insurers and the value of professional advice and support.
Speaker Biography:
Weronika Glon havs worked for CJ Protect for 7 years on their security scheme; She looks after individual CPOs all the way through to global multi-million companies. She prides herself in her efficiency, knowledge and skill of the industry.
The 2026 London event will feature:
• Guest speakers
• Presentations
• Exhibitors
• Workshops
• Networking
• Charity raffle
For more information about CJ Protect and their services, visit:
https://www.cj-protect.co.uk/
For more information about Whittaker & Co and their services, visit:
https://whittakerandco.com/
To learn more about the Close Protection Conference and secure your spot, visit:
https://events.closeprotectionworld.com/homepage/
Join us on Friday 8 May 2026 in London for a day of knowledge, sharing and networking.
About Whittaker & Co:
About Whittaker & Co:
Whittaker & Co, founded by Anna Cooperwhite, specialises in providing expert accounting and tax advisory services tailored to the security industry. With a deep understanding of the unique financial challenges faced by security professionals, we offer practical solutions designed to safeguard your financial success. Established in 2004, our team has earned a reputation for delivering trusted, bespoke support to individuals and businesses working both in the UK and overseas.
Contact Details:
Email: info@whittakerandco.com
Tel: +44 (0) 1686 610662
Web: https://whittakerandco.com/
About CJ Protect:
Based in Hereford for 30 years and trusted within the security industry for our expertise and honest insurance advice, we now enjoy supporting hundreds of clients in the security industry, yet still retain the highest level of service that our clients have come to expect over the years.
Contact Details:
Email: weronika@cj-protect.co.uk
Tel: +44 (0) 1432 268007
Web: https://www.cj-protect.co.uk/
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