Security Industry Worker Receives Community Order for False Statements
On 2 December 2025, Adam Kelly was sentenced at Liverpool Magistrates’ Court after pleading guilty to two offences under the Private Security Industry Act 2001. He received a 12-month community order, was ordered to complete 80 hours of unpaid work, and must undertake 20 hours of rehabilitation.
Details of the Offences
Mr. Kelly’s charges included making false declarations to the Security Industry Authority (SIA) as well as failing to notify the SIA of his previous conviction. The first offence stemmed from Mr. Kelly’s incorrect assertion that he had no criminal history in the past year when renewing his door supervisor licence in May 2025. The second offence involved breaching licence conditions by not informing the authority about his prior convictions.
Notably, Mr. Kelly had been previously known by another name and had been convicted of multiple relevant offences in July 2024. During an interview with SIA officials, Mr. Kelly admitted that he was aware of the inaccuracies in his statements, which he made in a bid to secure the renewal of his licence.
Official Commentary
Jenny Hart, the SIA’s Criminal Investigations Manager, condemned Kelly’s actions, stating that by submitting false information, he endangered public safety and undermined the integrity of the SIA’s licensing system. Her statements highlighted the essential role of reliable licensing in maintaining public confidence in security personnel.
Background
The Private Security Industry Act 2001 mandates that individuals in the private security sector hold a valid SIA licence, a requirement aimed at ensuring public safety. The SIA, which reports to the Home Secretary, is responsible for regulating this industry, including the licensing of individuals and overseeing the voluntary Approved Contractor Scheme.
For further information on SIA regulations and penalties, the public can refer to official government resources. Ensuring compliance with these regulations is crucial to maintain trust in security services provided to the public.
Source: official statements, news agencies, and public reports.
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/liverpool-man-prosecuted-for-lying-to-sia-about-convictions
