The Locksmith Awards is delighted to announce that Certified Locksmiths and Security (CLS), the UK’s independent locksmith verification and accreditation organisation, has officially signed on as the category sponsor for the prestigious Female Locksmith of the Year award for the 2026 campaign.
This strategic partnership highlights a shared dedication to championing diversity, technical expertise, and outstanding achievement within the security sector. The Female Locksmith of the Year category shines a vital spotlight on the pioneering women who are breaking barriers, driving high standards, and making a profound impact across the locksmithing and security trade.
The Standard for Vetted Excellence
As an independent UK locksmith verification and accreditation organisation dedicated to raising standards across the locksmith and security industry, Certified Locksmiths and Security plays a crucial role in helping consumers and businesses identify trusted professional locksmiths. CLS independently verifies and accredits professional locksmith companies, ensuring that qualifications, insurance, workmanship and customer service meet high professional standards. Beyond independent verification, CLS works to promote best practice, professional recognition and consumer confidence across the locksmith and physical security sector, supporting reputable independent locksmith businesses throughout the UK.
Championing Diversity in the Trade
This commitment to excellence makes their sponsorship of the Female Locksmith of the Year category a natural fit, underscoring an active dedication to fostering an inclusive and progressive trade environment.
Mark Santi for Certified Locksmiths and Security commented on the partnership:
”We are incredibly proud to sponsor the Female Locksmith of the Year category at this year’s Locksmith Awards. Women across the security and locksmithing sector are delivering exceptional work, often leading the way in technical skill, professionalism, and business growth. Sponsoring this award is our way of celebrating that talent and helping to inspire the next generation of women entering the trade. We can’t wait to see who takes home the trophy. Sponsoring this award reflects our wider commitment to encouraging greater diversity, professionalism and excellence throughout the locksmith and security industry.”
A Valued Industry Alignment
The collaboration has also been warmly welcomed by the awards organisers, who continue to build strong, impactful alliances with leading industry brands and standards authorities.
Sarah Rogers, Operations Director for the Locksmith Awards, added:
”Having Certified Locksmiths and Security on board as a sponsor is fantastic news for the event, and particularly for this category. Their commitment to industry standards aligns perfectly with the ethos of the Locksmith Awards. Female Locksmith of the Year is one of our most inspiring and hard-fought categories, and with the support of Certified Locksmiths & Security, we are able to give these incredible professionals the platform and recognition they truly deserve.”
Looking Ahead to the Big Event
With the nomination phase having drawn a record-breaking 1,689 entries, and voting well underway—with both industry peers and homeowners having their say—anticipation for the 2026 Locksmith Awards is at an all-time high.
For more information about Certified Locksmiths and Security, its independent verification services and work to raise standards across the UK locksmith industry, or to cast your votes and stay updated on the Locksmith Awards, please visit the official platforms.
Certified Locksmiths & Security: https://certifiedlocksmithsandsecurity.co.uk/
Locksmith Awards Website: https://locksmithawards.co.uk/
