We've got some news we're proud to share. Nothing But Padlocks has been accepted as an Affiliate Member of the Master Locksmiths Association (MLA).

If you work in the security trade, you'll know the MLA. It has supported locksmiths since 1958 and is the UK's leading trade association for the profession. Its members are vetted and held to a clear set of standards. For anyone buying security, that badge means something.

Why this matters to us

We've been guiding, advising and supporting major businesses, schools, and families who need to secure their shed with the correct padlock for over 17 years. In that time, we've learnt that a padlock is only as good as the decision behind it. The wrong lock on a site gate or a plant room door costs someone far more than the price of the padlock.

That's why standards matter so much to us. We've always wanted to work closely with the people who set and uphold them, and joining the MLA makes that relationship formal.

A word from our Managing Director

"We've always tried to support the security industry, because we believe it works best when suppliers, locksmiths and associations pull in the same direction. Joining the MLA as an affiliate means we're now part of that network properly, and we're excited about it. Good security depends on quality products fitted and used the right way. We'll keep supporting members and businesses across the UK so that their assets and buildings are protected by the correct padlocks."

Rich Quelch, Managing Director, Nothing But Padlocks

What happens next?

Day to day, not much changes for our customers. You'll get the same range, the same advice and the same service. The difference is that we're now working alongside MLA members and the association itself, sharing knowledge and learning from people who deal with security every day.

If you're an MLA member and you'd like to talk about trade supply, product advice or anything padlock-related, get in touch with our team. We'd love to hear from you.