Doorman loses SIA licence

A Cumbrian doorman has become the first to lose his Security Industry Authority (SIA) licence for refusing to display it while working

Scott Newton of Walney, Barrow-In-Furness, refused to display his SIA licence despite being advised of the consequences by police officers. Newton was found working without his licence at Jefferson's in Barrow-in-Furness, last September.

Furness & District Magistrates' Court found Newton guilty of contravening SIA licensing conditions. He was fined £400, ordered to pay £120 court costs, and had his SIA licence revoked.

Lucia Howland, an SIA head of investigation, said: "Door supervisors who persist in working without a licence, or not displaying their licence, risk prosecution. This conviction shows that breaches of SIA licensing conditions will not be tolerated."

"SIA licensed door staff have an important role in ensuring that the public in Cumbria can enjoy a night out with confidence that they are in a safe environment. The public should look for and expect to see professional door staff displaying their distinctive SIA Door Supervisor licences."