I hope no-one minds a lowly Wannabe posting a reply here.
I went to Heathrow a couple of months ago for a flight.
I work as a Prison Officer in Kent.
I was rubbed down which consisted of someone touching the sides of my stomach and my hips.
I asked quite politely "what is the point of doing a rub down search if no attempt was made to do it properly"
The guy threatened me with arrest which I found quite amusing then told me that he was doing it the way that he was shown.
I'm sure that we all see the need for security but it must be adequate but performed to a high standard.
I do feel that the security industry can attract some people that want to be Police Officers but the Police won't accept them.
Regards
Nick.