A YORK security firm has passed an independent assessment and accreditation process enabling it to forge links with blue-chip businesses.

Eboracum Security Ltd, which has five staff but can employ up to 85 during festival season when it covers big events, can now work with Selfridges, Morrisons, Airbus, SGP Property and Facilities Management, General Healthcare Group, Punch Taverns, Arcadia Group, Wolseley and Superdrug, after qualifying as an Altius Assured Vendor.

Carl Nickson, managing director of Eboracum Security, said: “Achieving this recognised standard proves our high level of competency. It will enable us to compete for major contracts and boost our reputation as a quality supplier.”