A door supervisor in Cardiff has been brought before the courts after continuing to work with a suspended Security Industry Authority (SIA) licence. Abdoulie Maner's actions, despite being aware of the suspension, put public safety at risk and demonstrate a blatant disregard for industry regulations.
At Cardiff Magistrates' Court on 12 June 2026, Mr Maner pleaded guilty to two charges under the Private Security Industry Act 2001. He admitted to breaching Section 3 by working as a door supervisor without a valid SIA licence and failing to comply with conditions related to his suspended licence under Section 9.
The court imposed a total fine of £374, comprising £160 in fines (£80 for each offence), a victim surcharge of £64, and prosecution costs of £150. This financial penalty reflects the seriousness of Mr Maner's actions and serves as a warning to others who may consider working without proper authorisation.
The events leading up to this prosecution began in April 2025 when Mr Maner's licence was suspended. Despite receiving instructions from the SIA to return the licence, he failed to comply with these conditions. Investigations revealed that he continued to work as a door supervisor at a venue in Cardiff in November 2025, utilising his suspended and unreturned licence.
Jenny Hart, SIA Criminal Enforcement Manager, noted that Mr Maner's actions endangered public safety by allowing him to operate while his licence was suspended. She reiterates the importance of adhering to industry regulations, particularly with regards to returning a suspended licence to prevent further exploitation of public trust.
The necessity for valid SIA licences in the security industry cannot be overstated. As the regulatory body responsible for licensing individuals and managing the Approved Contractor Scheme (ACS), the SIA plays a critical role in maintaining public safety. All security operatives working under contract in the UK must possess a current and unexpired licence, failure to comply with which may result in severe consequences.