The city of Sursee commissioned a security service to patrol public places also in 2021. The service was on duty from February to December and intervened, for example, because of disturbances or littering. Securitas employees carried out more than 1,000 checks in the old town, at the school and leisure facilities, and from the Untertor to the railway station and the Oberkirch campus, the city informed. (…)
«Zofinger Tagblatt»

Parliament has approved the annual credit of CHF 450,000 and the service contract with Securitas for parking controls in Thun. (…) Securitas fulfils all the criteria that the city sets for a parking control contractor, found Mark van Wijk on behalf of the FDP. «And the system has been running successfully for years.» (…).
«Thuner Tagblatt»

(…). A fortnight ago, the Basel government decided to increase police presence around the Rhine harbour on weekends and holidays. The reason was a party with about 1500 participants, which resulted in fights and stabbings. (…). Within the harbour area, the police are also supported by Securitas. The security forces ensure dialogue at the focal points and take over traffic direction. (…).
«Nau.ch»

The evaluation of searches on job portals shows which employers are currently particularly popular. (…) Security services continue to be in demand: in second place is the security service provider Securitas. «Jobs in the security and guarding sector are especially crisis-resistant», says Davide Villa (53), CEO of Jobcloud. (…) «Blick.ch»

In the past, at major events, concerts or carnivals. In the meantime, the security guards’ field of activity of has changed. Due to the pandemic, they are taking over all kinds of access control (...) «During the year, many events were cancelled. However, we are now deployed in other places. For example, at ski resorts we are assuming control functions», (...). The experiences of Securitas staff at the ski resorts have been consistently positive so far, he said. «Winter sports enthusiasts and tourists react with understanding to the presence of our employees».
«Walliser Bote»

As of today, stricter visitor regulations apply in retirement homes and nursing homes. Residents may receive two visitors per day (…). Relatives were already informed on Monday. In addition, Securitas has recruited additional staff for reception duty on weekends. «The registration of visitors means additional work and expense.» (…).
«St. Galler Tagblatt»

The tenth edition of the light and sound spectacle «Rendez-vous on Bundesplatz» is indeed taking place. But not in the usual way. (…). «For up to four shows to be staged each evening, the square has to be cleared within 15 minutes,» says Reto Nause, the municipal councillor who approved the security concept. Securitas employees and 20 volunteers are on duty to make visitors feel safe and secure. They help with admission and remind visitors to wear their masks correctly. (…).
«Berner Zeitung»

The government council makes things clear: the compulsory wearing of masks in shops is coming, only 100 people are allowed in clubs, and restaurant guests must register. In Uster, the compulsory masks are calmly taken note of (...). It's quite different at the Hinwil Centre: «We will rely on Securitas employees in the initial phase,» says centre manager Roland Jungo. They would inform customers about the compulsory masks. «In the beginning there will certainly be a few rebels. But that will soon subside because everyone wears a mask. Social control will help there.» (…).
«Zürcher Oberländer»

The employees of Securitas AG are deployed in many places. (...) Jana Güdel is one of them and talks about her work here. (…) But how does a young woman like her end up working for Securitas? «As I was unable to pursue my trained profession as an ornamental plant gardener for health reasons, I looked for a new job», she says. (…) The fact that she works at night is no problem for her, although you have to be careful not to lose social contact, she says. «After all, I usually get off work when my friends and colleagues get up. » «Unter-Emmentaler»

Solothurner Spitäler AG (soH) is now employing Securitas to carry out the prescribed entry checks in future. (…). "Due to access and visitation regulations, which are based on protection concepts required by the federal government and other federal and cantonal regulations for hospitals, we are currently dependent on entrance controls," explains Gian Trionfini, media spokesman for soH. Securitas employees are taking over the tasks of civil defence personnel. They question patients and other persons entering the hospital about the reason for their visit and provide the necessary information on security and hygiene measures. (…).
«Solothurner Zeitung»

The Federal Council now also recommends the corona test for mild symptoms. This is already being practiced at the drive-in centre in Berne. (…). "Are you coming for the test?" asks a man in Securitas uniform in the Allmend car park with a broad smile. Yes, that's right. The «Bund» accompanies a person to the corona test at the drive-in centre on the BEA grounds (...). A handful of cars are already waiting in three columns in the tarred parking lot. Several Securitas employees wearing luminous orange vests maintain order. (…).
«Der Bund»

For once, even those who protect need protection themselves. At the Lucerne Cantonal Hospital (Luks) Securitas guards have to guard the stock of protective masks. (…). "Protective masks will now only be issued by Securitas employees in accordance with internal instructions and at the main entrance to the hospital centre in Lucerne. (…). Securitas is (...) also the first point of contact for people suspected of having corona (...) at the main entrance to the Lucerne hospital centre. They hand out protective masks and explain how to put them on correctly.
«Luzerner Zeitung»

(…). Damage, littering and noise disturbances have been a regular occurrence. Not only to the chagrin of SBB. (…). The presence of personnel is to discourage unwanted visitors. SBB already now contributes financially to a Securitas security patrol which also supervises the station on behalf of the municipality.
«St. Galler Tagblatt»

Snow Polo St. Moritz
(…). Securitas is also responsible for the security in the various tents – from the VIP tent to the kitchen. The pony zone and the warm-up area have to be shut-off, access control for the main stage on the lake has to be guaranteed. Patrols ensure law and order on the whole site. (…).
«Südostschweiz / Bündner Zeitung»

In the past few months several branches of the Basellandschaftliche Kantonalbank have been robbed (…). Now, the bank has taken measures (…) in order to further increase security. They have discontinued over-the-counter money withdrawals in their branches in Breitenbach and Ettingen. Furthermore, they have Securitas employees patrol their branches where over-the-counter money withdrawals are still possible. (…).
«Basler Zeitung»

A Lucerne local got beaten up by an unidentified assailant at the railway station early Saturday morning. (…). The assailant punched the bespectacled man on the left cheekbone. Hit by the punch, dazed and bleeding, the man cowers in a crouch until he is looked after by four Securitas employees and taken to medical emergency services in the railway station for treatment. (…).
«20 minuten»

Tremendous interest in the Fête des Vignerons, which takes place in Vevey roughly once every twenty years. At halftime over 600,000 visitors have attended the winegrowers’ festival on 15 days, a record-breaking number. The Swiss National Holiday, the first of August, alone attracted more than 100,000 visitors. (…). Since the beginning of the winegrowers’ festival police and Securitas have had to intervene 1,200 times. (…).
«Blick»

Laura Amato is focused on directing traffic at Bern Ostring. Some drivers and cyclists, however, are distracted – or even impatient and aggressive. (…). Here, on the road construction site at Ostring it is not raining, it is a hot day. The perforated uniform cap helps prevent heat stroke but the constant concentration is exhausting. «We get replaced after a quarter of an hour», says Amato, because a Securitas employee cannot afford to make any mistakes. «We are responsible for the safety of traffic participants.» (…).
«Der Bund»

The Knie Circus is currently pitched at Rosental Park in Basel. (…). After the performance at around 10.45 p.m. circus artists were assaulted by a male suspect. (…). The perpetrator then suddenly directed his aggression against two spectators. (…). The two persons made their way towards the Messe car park (…). The perpetrator followed them. He attacked and assaulted them. A passer-by ran to help and was also injured. A Securitas employee with a dog was able to overpower the attacker. The police took the 43-year-old Swiss national into custody. (…).
«20 Minuten»

Yesterday 4,000 Chinese in 100 coaches visited Lucerne which resulted in huge crowds (…). Shortly before ten o'clock the first coach appeared at the enormous gravel parking area in front of the Lucerne fairgrounds (…). Another 99 coaches followed. The arrivals were immediately transferred to the waiting articulated buses of local public transport by Securitas employees. (…)
«Der Bund»

When youths are too loud at night or leave their trash behind the employees of Securitas AG ensure peace and order. Arbon has been collaborating with the company for ten years. In a press release the city has announced that also the municipalities Egnach, Horn, Roggwil and Steinach intend to deploy these public order patrols in future. (…)
«Thurgauer Zeitung»

When neighbours are having a noisy party until well after midnight, the number for the police 117 is dialled quickly. But it can take some time for the cantonal police of Basel-Landschaft to arrive. Too long, according to the municipality of Therwil. (…). «Among the population there is a need for somebody to be on-site in a relatively short time in the event of disturbances of the peace.» Because the police were not always able to immediately intervene, the municipal council of Therwil terminated the contract as of the end of 2018 and has commissioned the private security company Securitas instead.(…)
«Basler Zeitung»

The great demand for emergency services in exceptional situations will be demonstrated by police, fire brigade, army and other organisations in Oberdorf for two days. (…). On two open days visitors will be offered a comprehensive programme. Besides the cantonal security organisations and the army, also Rega, Securitas and the electric power company will be present. (…).
«Nidwaldner Zeitung»

(…) Securitas AG will be present at the OLMA trade fair centre on Saturday together with partners from various areas; visitors will be able to touch and try everything. There will be live demos of special operations, fire fighting, combat training and a framework programme with competitions, surprises, free pop-corn, bouncy castle and bull riding. (…).
«St. Galler Nachrichten»

The free open-air festival Funk am See is legend. There will be many innovations this year: (…). The fencing around the premises will be abolished entirely. «Thus the open-air festival will be more open and inviting», says speaker David Largier. «It is a lot more convenient.» Nevertheless, much importance is placed on security. Besides Securitas the helpers have also been grouped into security patrols. «20 Minuten»

It is a well-known situation in the city of Lucerne: Droves of Chinese tourists stream across pedestrian crossings long after the light has changed to red. (…) At Schwanenplatz, in the direction of the railway station, Public Transport Lucerne (...) can rely on the assistance of Securitas employees who are responsible for coach parking there. PTL speaker Bertschi: «They also help prevent tourist groups from stepping into the street unexpectedly after alighting from the coaches and ensure they walk towards the lake using the light-controlled pedestrian crossings.» «Luzerner Zeitung»

(…).The national football team are well protected in their residence Villa Sassa in the heart of Lugano. A total of 15 Securitas employees are on duty round the clock. However, the footballers are accommodated in a separate wing – of course, the swimming pool and the wellness area are freely accessible to the other guests of the first-class hotel. (…). «Blick»

(…).Securitas has been commissioned by the organiser to secure the university campus. It is not an easy task because the approximately 15 access points have to be manned. The city and cantonal police are also involved. (…). Dominic Bachmann, a member of the management of the St. Gallen Foundation, (…) says that security provisions have been tightened. «Previously the campus was open.» The terrorist attacks of 9 September 2001 have also affected the St. Gallen Symposium. (…)
«St. Galler Tagblatt»

(…). On certain days young patients are treated at the emergency ward of the University Children's Clinic Zurich without a break (…). Sometimes this entails long waiting periods which puts especially the parents on edge. (…). «(…) several times we have had to send for the police in order to calm down the situation», says emergency head physician Georg Staubli. (…). Therefore, it has been decided to take security measures: (…). That's why a Securitas employee is posted in the waiting area. (…). «If necessary, he can intervene», says Staubli. But so far, it has rarely been required: «A conversation often helps clarify matters.» And the presence of a uniform alone has its effect. «Since then the situation has calmed down significantly.» (…).
«20 Minuten»

The city council wants to restore peace and quiet in the old town. (...).Securitas will patrol the old town more regularly and frequently in future. With increased presence (...) and a broader range of tasks the public order patrols will take action against noise and night disturbances in a targeted manner. Although the security service has shown preventive presence to date, they will actively approach loud night owls in the event of noise disturbances in future. (...).
«Surseer Woche»