Corps Monitoring is the specialist electronic security division of Corps Security, the UK’s leading social enterprise security provider. The Corps of Commissionaires Management Limited (Corps Security) was founded over 160 years ago to provide employment for ex-servicemen returning from the Crimean War.
The organisation offers security guarding, advanced monitoring services, electronic security solutions and specialist security risk consultancy. Corps is a Living Wage Recognised Service Provider and supports military charities including Combat Stress, SSAFA and BLESMA. It holds Gold status in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme in recognition of its support for the Armed Forces community.
Corps Monitoring operates one of the most advanced monitoring centres in the UK and holds NSI Gold accreditation along with BS 5979, BS 8418, BS 8484, ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 27001 certifications. Corps Monitoring provides remote CCTV monitoring, alarm receiving, environmental monitoring, call centre management and lone worker protection. It serves a wide range of sectors and delivers its services either independently or as part of an integrated security solution.
Latest News
Corps Security appoints new Group Director of Tech and Innovation
Corps Security has revealed the appointment of Andrea Strong as the new Group Director of Technology and Innovation. Strong’s new position will see her join the company’s newly established Innovation and Technical Services division, embedding the latest technology and systems across the business. Andrea Strong With a security career spanning
The challenges of modern access control
Neil Shanks, Director of Corps Intel explores how modern access control systems must balance technological advancement with human vigilance to protect organisations from evolving threats. Integrated access control On any given day, in any given location, thousands of people could be arriving for shifts, departing after meetings, accessing restricted areas
Corps Security secures platinum carbon status
Corps Security has been awarded platinum certification by Neutral Carbon Zone (NCZ), upgrading from Gold status in its third year of working with the independent carbon assessment body. The security services provider reportedly recorded a total carbon footprint of 6,184.85 tCO₂e for the 2025 calendar year, representing a 19% reduction
Corps Security to provide guarding for Salvation Army Homes
Corps Security has been appointed to deliver guarding services for Salvation Army Homes’ supported housing project, Bruce House, in Westminster. Two dedicated security officers will reportedly be based on site, supported by a wider relief and cover team. Corps Intel has stated that it will also provide consultancy and intelligence
Corps Security appoints new Chair for its Board
Corps Security has appointed Fiona Strens as Chair of its Board. Strens has served as Non-Executive Director at Corps Security since 2021. Her role will reportedly begin in April 2026, where she will succeed Chris Nickols, who steps down after serving his full term. Nickols is set to stay on
