10 October 2007: Ruth Henig, Chairman of the Security Industry Authority (SIA) has opened Lambeth College's state-of-the-art CCTV training facility at its Vauxhall Centre in Lambeth, south London.

Ruth, accompanied by SIA Vice-Chairman, Robin Dahlberg (both Lambeth residents) met Richard Chambers, the college's Principal, Julie Naldrett, Head of Business Development, Mike Bristow, Faculty Director of Technologies, John Wilkinson, the course tutor and Kevin Faulkner, Security Industry Project Manager.

Ruth and Robin observed a class undergoing their third day of CCTV training and spoke with students who posed questions about training, licensing and the future of the security industry.

On opening the suite Ruth said:

"I am delighted to officially open the college's CCTV training facility. As we keep being reminded, we are big on CCTV cameras in the UK - more than any other country.

I am pleased so many students want to take advantage of and achieve an SIA licence to work in a sector that is vital to protecting the safety of the public and reducing crime."

Kevin Faulkner, Project Manager said:

"Here at Lambeth College we are proud to have such excellent facilities for CCTV training so close to Central London and we will continue to support the development needs of the security industry at prices that are affordable by all."

Lambeth College is offering discounted security training. The NOCN Level 2 Award in Security Guarding and NOCN Level 2 Award in Door Supervision are £99. The NOCN Level 2 Award in CCTV Operations is £190.

Notes to Editors:

• Licensing for Public Space Surveillance CCTV Operators came into effect across England and Wales on 20 March 2006; it is now illegal to work as a public space CCTV operator without a licence from the SIA.
• Electronic images can be obtained by contacting Jessica Clinkett
• For a limited time and subject to eligibility, security training in all courses at Lambeth College has been reduced. The NOCN Level 2 Award in Security Guarding and NOCN Level 2 Award in Door Supervision are £99 each subject to eligibility. The NOCN Level 2 Award in CCTV Operations is £190, which includes registration and examination fees. Go to Lambeth College's website for more information.