Daily Archives: September 2, 2014

Why Private Security Part 4

Christopher Mayer Director, Armed Contingency Contractor Policies and Programs at US Department of Defense Why Private Security Part 4 September 02, 2014To begin this post, I want to be clear that… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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As Jury Takes Up Blackwater Massacre in Nisoor Square, a Grieving Iraqi Father Recalls Son’s Death

Tuesday, September 2, 2014 As Jury Takes Up Blackwater Massacre in Nisoor Square, a Grieving Iraqi Father Recalls Son’s Death Jurors will begin deliberating this week in the murder and manslaughter… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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Private security firms ‘bombarding’ UK police with contract work offers

20 August, 14:04 Private security firms ‘bombarding’ UK police with contract work offers Rex Features Download podcast The Chief Constable of one of Britain’s biggest police forces has revealed she is… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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Stop order against USIS could significantly slow down background checks

  Stop order against USIS could significantly slow down background checks   The United States Investigations Services (USIS) headquarters in Falls Church, Va. A stop-work order could significantly impact the security… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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Blackwater Legacy: A Faint Memory of Nisoor Square

Blackwater Legacy: A Faint Memory of Nisoor Square By Pete Yost, Associated Press 02 September 14 he summer-long trial of four Blackwater security guards in the shootings of more than 30… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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