Charlotte Armstrong

Stelios Papa of All City Locksmiths Ltd, based in Blackheath south-east London, told us about his extraordinary journey into locksmithing. Originally a barber, Stelios cut hair for over 10 years managing two barber shops in Kent, he told us all … Continue reading →

The Locksmith Journal team attended a recent Souber® Tools event in Neston where we had the pleasure of meeting a variety of locksmiths, and window and door fitting companies. We spoke to Liam Roberts of NR Windows Ltd who is proud … Continue reading →

Following delays and issues with the government’s new Border Target Operating Model, plus reports of significant delays at Border Control Posts (BCPs) across the country, Abloy UK is urging ports to ensure facilitates are equipped with effective access control systems … Continue reading →

Secured by Design (SBD), the police initiative to guide and encourage those engaged within the specification, design and build of new homes, and those undertaking major or minor property refurbishment, to adopt measures to reduce the opportunity for crime, celebrates … Continue reading →

Before donning the title of a locksmith and becoming a LockFit franchisee, Jordan embarked on a diverse career path that reads more like an adventure novel than a professional biography. From the heat of the kitchen as a chef to … Continue reading →

UAP is bolstering its range of slim pull handles with new colour options for residential and commercial properties. The first to launch is the Black Pull Handle. Made from marine-grade stainless steel and finished with a black powder coating, the … Continue reading →

Office workers have been returning to their offices in droves, which has put increased attention on workplace wellbeing. Joanne Milne-Rowe, Sales Director at Codelocks, discusses the ways smart lock technology can play a role in supporting different wellbeing initiatives. A … Continue reading →

The TDB1000 Advanced Security Systems Electronic Tester (also known as ASSET) is an affordable and user-friendly car key programmer that reads security PIN codes and resets used remote control keys as well as programming proximity system keys. For garages and auto locksmiths … Continue reading →

Door Group, a unit of ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland, is highlighting the lack of fire safety in education environments, calling for urgent action to improve fire door standards, after new Home Office figures show an alarming lack … Continue reading →

Leading home security brand Yale is pleased to announce the launch of its new Smart Security Ecosystem to trade customers. Designed to provide trade professionals with a range of devices to suit all customer needs. The products can be offered … Continue reading →

Mul-T-Lock UK, part of the ASSA ABLOY group, is pleased to announce the appointment of Nigel Taylor as the new Director & Head of Locksmiths UKI – Commercial Group. Nigel brings a wealth of experience from the industry, particularly within … Continue reading →

British security expert launches industry-leading £5k break-in guarantee Did you know nine seconds is all it takes to snap a standard front door lock? Police forces in the UK have also failed to solve a single burglary in nearly half … Continue reading →

Location: Scarborough, North Yorkshire Product: DOM Tapkey Cylinders, Tapkey App COOL SPIRiT Luxury Holiday Apartments, nestled just off Scarborough’s picturesque promenade in the magnificent North Bay, boast a beach recognised with the prestigious European Blue Flag status for consecutive years, … Continue reading →

  The word is spreading! Thank you to Derek Mercer at Lockeys for the ‘heads-up’ and prompting us to interview Paladin Locksmiths. Mark Doyle is a Qualified Master Locksmith (QML) and professional Safecracker with over 20 years of experience in … Continue reading →