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G4S Olympics Woes Continue

G4S Olympics Woes Continue Although the Olympics was hailed as being a success in virtually all parts it certainly didn’t go off without a few hitches and hiccups. One area where… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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Danish clients dump G4S because of security company’s ties to Israeli occupation

Danish clients dump G4S because of security company’s ties to Israeli occupation Adri Nieuwhof , 27 September 2012 Subjects: After pressure from Boycotts, Divestments and Sanctions (BDS) activists, several Danish clients… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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G4S failed to understand size of Olympic security job, says Lord Coe

G4S failed to understand size of Olympic security job, says Lord Coe London 2012 chairman tells MPs it is difficult to blame anybody other than private security firm for staff shortfall… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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Security firm in Olympics fiasco spies on the sick in their homes: G4S targets insurance claimants

Security firm in Olympics fiasco spies on the sick in their homes: G4S targets insurance claimants G4S staff watch injury claimants to ensure they are not faking condition Delivery men knock… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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Home Office fears over G4S asylum deal

The Guardian (London) – Final Edition September 10, 2012 Monday Home Office fears over G4S asylum deal Alan Travis, Home affairs editor GUARDIAN HOME PAGES; Pg. 7 Home Office ministers have… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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Olympic security chief: Contractor failed until last minute to disclose venue guard problems

Olympic security chief: Contractor failed until last minute to disclose venue guard problems By Associated Press, LONDON — Britain’s Olympic security chief says the private contractor that was unable to provide… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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New G4S allegations to be investigated

New G4S allegations to be investigated The UK Home Affairs Select Committee will conduct an inquiry into newly-emerged allegations against private security firm G4S. Sun Sep 2, 2012 5:33PM GMT The… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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Beyond the G4S Olympic fiasco: what now for the world’s largest security company and its critics?

Beyond the G4S Olympic fiasco: what now for the world’s largest security company and its critics? Clare Sambrook , 31 August 2012 G4S came briefly into the international spotlight due to… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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Nick Buckles admits his job is on the line after G4S Olympics fiasco

Nick Buckles admits his job is on the line after G4S Olympics fiasco Under pressure: Nick Buckles’ firm lost £50 million in the Games Simon English 28 August 2012 G4S chief… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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More G4S private sector security staff than military soldiers for the Paralympics, says Locog

More G4S private sector security staff than military soldiers for the Paralympics, says Locog 28 August 2012 G4S will provide the majority of security for Paralympic venues as the number of… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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