Martyn’s Law, officially known as the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, is new UK legislation designed to improve public safety and help organisations prepare for the risk of a terrorist attack.
The law has been introduced following the Manchester Arena attack in 2017 and aims to ensure that publicly accessible venues and events have appropriate procedures in place to protect visitors, customers, staff and members of the public.
Martyn’s Law is expected to affect a wide range of premises and venues across the United Kingdom.
This may include pubs, restaurants, hotels, event venues, visitor attractions, conference centres, community halls, sports clubs and other publicly accessible locations.
The requirements will vary depending on the size and capacity of the premises, with larger venues expected to implement more detailed planning and preparedness measures.
If you are unsure whether your business falls within scope, our free Martyn’s Law Compliance Checker can help provide initial guidance.
Preparing for Martyn’s Law involves understanding potential risks, implementing suitable emergency procedures and ensuring that relevant staff know how to respond in the event of a serious incident.
This may include evacuation procedures, lockdown arrangements, communication plans, staff awareness training and incident response processes.
Taking action early can help businesses demonstrate preparedness while creating a safer environment for customers, visitors and employees.
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