National Acquisitive Crime Conference 2025
Join us to meet like-minded colleagues and share best practice in acquisitive crime reduction. This year's topics include Retail Crime, Vehicle Crime, Residential Burglary, Rural Crime, and much more!
Sponsored by Selectamark Security Systems plc
Two Conferences. One Unmissable Event.
The National Acquisitive Crime Conference runs alongside the National Cycle Crime Conference, offering a unique opportunity to explore key issues in crime prevention and enforcement. While each conference has its own dedicated focus, they are closely connected, allowing attendees to gain broader insights across both topics.
National Cycle Crime Conference
The 8th National Cycle Crime Conference.
- 10 speakers.
- Up to 150 attendees.
- Superb networking.
- Sharing of best practice and case studies.
- Topics include cycle crime.
- Tickets are free. Terms and Conditions apply.
National Acquisitive Crime Conference
The 2nd National Acquisitive Crime Conference.
- 10 speakers.
- Up to 150 attendees.
- Superb networking.
- Sharing best practice and case studies.
- Topics include burglary, business and retail crime, two-wheel enabled crime and rural crime.
- Tickets are free. Terms and Conditions apply.
Networking Dinner & National Acquisitive Crime Reduction Awards
Do not miss the highlight of the two-day event on the evening of 8th July 2025. Tickets cost £49.50 per head, including a three-course meal, wine, soft drinks, and live entertainment.
National Cycle Crime Conference
Speakers
Get to know the experts behind the insights – explore our lineup of inspiring speakers and panellists, as the conference is chaired by Ian Dyson, former Commissioner of the City of London Police.
- Alex Goss, Assistant Chief Constable, Merseyside Police
- Titus Halliwell, National Police Lead for Cycle Theft Reduction
- Sergeant Pippa Wilcox, Problem Oriented Policing Team, Merseyside Police
- Stef Jones, Founder, XO Bikes
- Jason Koku, Shop Manager, XO Bikes
- Stuart Ford, Police Sergeant, and cycle lead for City of London Police
- Alistair Brownlee, Consultant and Ex Professional Athlete
- PCC Emily Spurrell, Merseyside Police
- Ross Evans, School, Safety & Security Engagement Manager, Govia Thameslink Railway
- Alan McKeon, Chief Inspector, Prevention, Merseyside Police
- Thomas Page-Brown, Police Officer, Leicestershire Police
- Zane Tompkins, Police Sergeant, Leicestershire Police
- Stuart Ford, Police Sergeant, and cycle lead for City of London Police
- Rob Tindall, Police Constable, Cambridgeshire Constabulary
- James Brown, Managing Director, Selectamark Security Systems plc
Agenda
We're kicking off the conference with a powerful lineup of sessions focused on community, mobility, and crime prevention. Here’s what to look forward to:
- An inspiring session with two-time Olympic champion Alistair Brownlee, exploring how we can break down the barriers to active travel.
- Insightful perspectives from a social enterprise that trains and employs ex-offenders to refurbish donated bicycles - transforming lives and communities.
- Contributions from police representatives across the UK, including City of London Police, Cambridgeshire Police, and Merseyside Police, with a special appearance by Police and Crime Commissioner Emily Spurrell.
- A focused panel session on e-bike and e-bike-enabled crime, addressing one of the UK’s fastest-growing crime trends.
National Acquisitive Crime Conference
Speakers
Once again, get to know the experts behind the insights – explore our inspiring lineup of speakers and panellists, with the conference once more chaired by Ian Dyson, former Commissioner of the City of London Police.
- Alex Goss, Assistant Chief Constable, Merseyside Police
- Yasmine McNamara, UK Security Operations Manager, Tesco
- Figen Murray, OBE, counter-terrorism expert and initiator of Martyn’s Law
- Jim Taylor, Head of Opal, the National Intelligence Unit for Serious and Organised Acquisitive Crime
- Jeff Taylor, National Security Manager, Openreach
- Warren Wilson, Senior Security Manager, Balfour Beatty VINCI (BBV)
- Stuart Hand, Policy and Campaigns Manager, National Rural Crime Network
- Sergeant Dave Lund, Police Sergeant, North Yorkshire Police
- Sergeant Mark Earnshaw, Police Sergeant, North Yorkshire Police
- Sergeant Dave Catlow, Police Sergeant, Metropolitan Police
- Shoaib Awan, Gas Engineer & Founder of Trades United
- Lee Wilcox, Co-Founder & CEO, On The Tools
- Mark Kameen, Project Lead for the National Vehicle Crime Reduction Partnership
- Clair Frame, Director of UK Sales & Business Development, Selectamark Security Systems plc
Agenda
We're excited to unveil a packed schedule of insightful and impactful sessions at this year’s conference. Here are just a few of the highlights you won't want to miss:
- A keynote from Figen Murray OBE, counter-terrorism expert and driving force behind Martyn’s Law.
- Expert insights from security leaders at Tesco, Openreach, and Balfour Beatty Vinci (BV), as they share the unique challenges facing their industries.
- Perspectives from North Yorkshire Police and the National Rural Crime Network on tackling rural crime through effective strategies and community-based solutions.
- A focused session on vehicle crime, presented by the National Vehicle Crime Reduction Partnership.
With representatives from the following UK police forces
Frequently asked questions
“This conference is really important because it brings police forces, partners and other collaborative people together to work in a joined-up way to reduce crime on a national level.”
Awards
As part of the National Acquisitive Crime Conference, join us for our annual Networking Dinner & National Acquisitive Crime Reduction Awards —an opportunity to connect with industry peers, share insights, and celebrate outstanding contributions to crime prevention and enforcement.
Do not miss the highlight of the two-day event on the evening of 8th July 2025. Tickets cost £49.50 per head, including a three-course meal, wine, soft drinks, and live entertainment.
Do you know an individual or team making a significant impact in tackling acquisitive crime? Submit your nomination for the National Acquisitive Crime Reduction Awards and help us recognise those leading the way.
