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Change description : 2026-07-15 17:25:00: Added Direction under Section 151 ASCLA and General Condition H6.2 Notice and Statement of Reasons. [Guidance and regulation]

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Notice

Direction issued to BIIAB Qualifications Limited

On 2 July 2026, Ofqual issued a Direction to BIIAB Qualifications Limited under section 151 of the Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learning Act 2009.

From:
Ofqual
PublishedPublished:
9 July 2026
Last updated:
15 July 2026 — See all updates

Applies to England

Documents

Summary of Direction issued to BIIAB Qualifications Limited (accessible)

Ref: Ofqual/26/7349Ofqual/26/7349/1

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Direction under Section 151 ASCLA

Ref: Ofqual/26/7349/2

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General Condition H6.2 Notice

Ref: Ofqual/26/7349/3

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Details

TheThis Direction places restrictions on BIIAB’s ability to register new learners for a number of specified qualifications relating to the private security industry. Learners who registered on these specific courses on or before 2 July can continue to complete these qualifications. The SIA has now terminated its contract with BIIAB. Learners must complete their qualification by 10 August 2026 for it to be recognised by the SIA. If you have any questions, please contact BIIAB or your training provider directly.

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Published 9 July 2026
Last updated 15 July 2026 — Show all updates

  1. Added Direction under Section 151 ASCLA and General Condition H6.2 Notice and Statement of Reasons.

  2. First published.

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Update history

2026-07-15 17:25
Added Direction under Section 151 ASCLA and General Condition H6.2 Notice and Statement of Reasons.

2026-07-09 16:00
First published.