Two-way radios are an essential piece of equipment for many businesses due to their ease of use for communication and security. Handsets are susceptible to wear and tear over time, so it’s vital to recognise the signs that your two-way radio may soon need a repair or complete replacement, so it doesn't catch you by surprise later.

If your business needs a two-way radio, then you may wonder what difference there is between licensed and licence free variants. Is there any need to consider this when making your choice? This will likely depend on your requirements, as there are benefits to both.

Two-way radios are an essential piece of equipment for many businesses due to their ease of use for communication and security. Handsets are susceptible to wear and tear over time, so it’s vital to recognise the signs that your two-way radio may soon need a repair or complete replacement, so it doesn't catch you by surprise later.

One only needs to look at recent statistics on anti-social behaviour to realise that this is a growing concern among UK home and business owners. For example, a 2021 survey found that a third of adults in England and Wales had witnessed an anti-social incident over the previous 12 months. In certain parts of the UK, the rates can be as high as 71%, particularly where businesses are involved.

Body worn cameras are an increasingly common sight on British streets. These devices have multiple applications, many of which will be of interest to business owners. To understand their relevance, it’s useful to look at the reasons why they were introduced and how use of body worn cameras has changed over time.

Body worn cameras have been in use in the UK, within both the police and private sector, for over 15 years. Initially, they were mostly used by police officers on the beat, although later on and after their benefits became clear, their use became more widespread among private security firms, and frontline staff working in shops, nightclubs, schools, and hospitals.