From the first day of training to the last parade, the King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery demands an uncompromising standard. As a Sergeant, Hannah led teams, maintained operational readiness, and represented the regiment — and by extension the Crown — at the highest level of public duty.
Every ceremonial gun salute, every state occasion, every moment on parade is executed with zero margin for error. That culture is embedded in everything we do, and it is the culture Sovereign Shields carries into Close Protection.
Began service with the British Army, commencing training and operational duties.
Joined one of the British Army’s most prestigious ceremonial regiments.
Participated in the ceremonial procession at Windsor Castle honouring Prince Philip.
Served during the national celebrations marking 70 years of HM Queen Elizabeth II’s reign.
Participated in one of the most watched ceremonial events in modern history.
Served during the historic coronation ceremony — the first in 70 years — as part of the King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery ceremonial duties.
Successfully completed the Level 3 Certificate for Close Protection Operatives. Awarded SIA Close Protection Licence and FREC 3 certification.
Established Sovereign Shields — a female-led, professionally structured close protection provider based in the United Kingdom.
The transition from the Army to Close Protection is not a change of character — it is a change of uniform. The same composure that held a line at a State funeral holds in a dynamic threat environment.
Security Industry Authority licensed. Qualified to operate as a Close Protection Officer in the United Kingdom.
Level 3 pre-hospital emergency care qualification. Equipped to manage medical emergencies in the field.
Enhanced DBS checked. Full UK Driving Licence held.
Licensed to operate larger vehicles, providing additional capability in transport, logistics, and operational support where required.
Holds the highest security clearance level applicable to close protection operations — NATO Secret.
Leadership, operational planning, threat awareness, and team management in high-pressure, high-visibility environments.