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UK Close Protection
Day Rate Guide 2026
Real day rates for residential, corporate, maritime, and hostile environment CP work. Updated for 2026 with regional breakdowns and negotiation tips.
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What's inside
Day rates by assignment type
Residential, corporate, event, maritime, and hostile environment — entry to senior level.
Regional breakdown
London, South East, Midlands, North, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland rates.
Employed vs self-employed
Tax implications, National Insurance, IR35 basics for CP operatives.
How to negotiate
When you have leverage, when you don’t, and what to never say in a rate discussion.
Sample: UK CP Day Rates
| Assignment Type | Entry Level | Experienced | Senior/Specialist |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential | £150–250/day | £250–400/day | £400–700+/day |
| Corporate Event | £180–250/day | £250–350/day | £350–500/day |
| Maritime | — | £400–500/day | £500–600+/day |
| Hostile Environment | — | £500–700/day | £700–1,000+/day |
Full guide includes all assignment types, regional breakdowns, negotiation tips, and IR35 guidance.
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