Although Labour Conference is set to take place next month, doubts have surfaced over whether it will go ahead thanks to a security snag. After the party decided to boycott G4S — their usual security supplier — they have been left with few options when it comes to security firms for the event. A leaked memo to Guido last week revealed that the only security firm available to Labour at present is Liverpool-based Showsec. Alas, questions have been raised over their suitability as they are in the midst of a row with the GMB after being accused of not letting staff unionise.
However, Mr S understands there is another option on the table. If Labour decide that Showsec’s union stance deems them unsuitable — and continue their boycott of G4S — they could turn to the police for security. For a fee, the police can provide members of the force to provide
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