GSA Global has partnered with the Meetings Industry Association (MIA) in preparation for the proposed ‘Martyn’s Law’ and have produced a practical guide to help the business meetings and events industry navigate the emerging issues associated with Martyn’s Law.
What is Martyn’s Law?
Martyn’s Law – The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, became UK legislation after receiving Royal Assent on the 3rd April 2025. It is currently on the Statute Books, coming into force after a transitional (implementational) period of about 24 months.
Named in memory of Martyn Hett, a victim of the Manchester Arena attack in 2017, this law is intended to introduce new responsibilities for venues and public spaces across the UK, aimed at enhancing public safety and preparedness against terrorist threats.
The legislation mandates a tiered security duty for public venues and events. The standard tier is for premises with between 200 and 799 people, which must have basic preparedness and security plans in place. Whilst the enhanced tier >800 visitors must implement greater measures, including physical security and documented compliance.
Guide to navigating Martyn’s Law
This comprehensive guide explores both existing legal requirements and the forthcoming Martyn’s Law, offering practical tools, training templates, risk assessments, and communication guidelines to help venues enhance their security posture and emergency readiness. Though not legal advice, it’s meant to prompt venues to evaluate current security measures, improve preparedness, and foster safer public environments.
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