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| Our Heritage The foundations of the Group Legion Group plc has a long and distinguished history dating back to 1921, when the British Legion was formed to help the many disabled and jobless veterans from World War I. Local British Legion branches offering parking services to small car parks began to take root around the country, and in 1928 these local charities were brought together and incorporated into The Royal British Legion Attendants Company Trust (RBLACT).  Over the years, the organisation expanded its operations to include the provision of security and CCTV monitoring services, and Legion became established as one of the UK’s most respected providers of parking and security management services to the public and private sectors. To keep pace with developments in the marketplace and provide customers with the highest levels of service, Legion embraced government legislation and new technology, and through its recently formed subsidiary company, Legion Technologies Ltd, now offers world-class, fully integrated solutions utilising today’s most advanced technology and supported by its purpose-built, state-of-the-art National Communications and Emergency Response Centre. In March 2009 Legion Group plc was acquired by SectorGuard Plc, a leading provider of security and fire protection services. The two companies merged their operations to operate under the name Legion Group plc, retaining Legion's heritage, company ethos and the iconic and highly respected Legion brand. The merger has resulted in a strengthened organisation which employs over 2,700 staff nationwide, providing security and parking services to an impressive client portfolio. SectorGuard plc Sectorguard was formed in 1998. The business expanded steadily through organic growth and by following a careful acquisition programme to provides a total security solution for its clients. The services offered to clients range from the provision of static and mobile security officers to the supply, installation and maintenance of electronic fire and security systems including: access control; asset tagging; cctv; and fire and intruder alarms. SectorGuard’s clients range from private residential to major corporations and include local authorities and educational establishments where it has established itself as a leading supplier of security services. SectorGuard prides itself on building long-term relationships with its clients through a stable, highly trained and reliable workforce placing great emphasis on quality of service and a pro-active approach to client liaison.In March 2002 SectorGuard re-registered as a public limited company and floated on the Alternative Investment Market (AIM) of the London Stock Exchange. The flotation raised the profile of the company as well as providing funds for further acquisitions and facilitated the expansion from being a manned guarding business into a total security solutions provider. SectorGuard’s growth in financial terms reflects the development of its internal quality control systems where it complies with all relevant British Standards and is accredited with ISO 9001:2000 in relation to its manned guarding, mobile patrol, keyholding, intruder alarm, CCTV and access control services. SectorGuard also qualified for and was awarded Approved Contractor status by the Security Industry Authority (SIA) on 20 March 2006, the first day the scheme was open to registration. This dedication to maintaining high quality standards and driving up the standards within the security industry in general has led to the company being represented on various committees within both the regulatory body, the SIA, and the trade association, the British Security Industry Association. 2009: The new Legion Group plc In March 2009 Legion Group plc was acquired by SectorGuard Plc, a leading provider of security and fire protection services. The two companies merged their operations to operate under the name Legion Group plc, retaining Legion's heritage, company ethos and the iconic and highly respected Legion brand. The merger has resulted in a strengthened organisation which employs over 3,000 staff nationwide, providing security and parking services to an impressive client portfolio. The combination of security and parking services makes Legion Group
unique in the marketplace. Remaining true to its heritage, the Group maintains
a strong association with the armed forces through its Board and employees.
The Group also provides financial support to the Royal British Legion
each year. |