Barry Clark
Barry Clark attained the rank of Superintendent in the Metropolitan Police Service. Having held various operational leadership positions, he commanded the 999 Central Communications Complex at New Scotland Yard before retiring after thirty years service.
Since leaving the Metropolitan Police, Barry has developed vetting and checking business Cataphract to the level where he is a trusted adviser to private contractors running highly sensitive detention centres and other similar facilities.
He supports and advises many hundreds of organisations needing CRB checks on their staff, helping them interpret disclosures and manage the process smoothly and efficiently.
Ian Phillips
Ian Phillips graduated in law from the University of London and went on to edit legal encyclopædias and practice manuals for lawyers and other professionals. He has since built a successful practice in strategic communications consultancy and writing, creating executive speeches, websites and reports for a wide variety of clients.
While advising Cataphract, Ian developed a deep interest in Vetting and Barring as he contemplated its potential impact on the sixth form college where he is Chair of Governors.
Ian also sits on a panel advising the Government on improving communications with colleges.