K U S A T I R U C E S
OUTSTANDING ACT Winners of this year's Outstanding Act at the British Security Awards, Securitas UK are sponsoring a sculpture to represent security officers to recognised the critical work being carried out on the frontline. Gratitude, a spectacular public art installation to thank
We strongly support the BSIA's campaign to raise public
NHS staff and all key workers for their ongoing courage
awareness of the value of key workers in the security industry
and dedication, is being developed by leading global
and one of the ways we are doing this is by sponsoring
public art producer Wild in Art, and plans to open in
Gratitude, to thank all key workers for their work during the
Birmingham in summer 2021, ahead of a free to visit tour
pandemic.
across the UK which aims to take in high profile, accessible locations including Edinburgh and London.
“We’re committed to doing our part to change people’s perceptions of the role and value of security officers,”
The image of key workers standing together, but apart, is
confirms Shaun Kennedy, Country President, Securitas UK.
one of the abiding images of this time, and Gratitude will
“Time and again our colleagues go above and beyond to
connect people and communities, artists and businesses,
protect people and property. They were doing this before
NHS staff and all key workers, inviting people to come
COVID struck, and they’ve continued to keep businesses and
together, reflect and show their appreciation.
local communities safe throughout the global pandemic.”
Impactful and reflective, Gratitude brings together 49
The recognition of security officers as key workers is the start
uniquely-designed human form sculptures, sponsored by
of a re-appraisal; as we exit lockdown, security officers will
businesses, in a display which invites contemplation and
have a crucial role in supporting public confidence, particularly
takes visitors on a creative journey of discovery.
as we all start to navigate communal spaces again.
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Spectrum
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