Although no date has yet been set for the introduction of the legislation, we strongly advise that you start to implement your own security measures. Consider what you and your colleagues can do to make it harder for a would-be terrorist to carry out a successful attack, by:

• being alert to suspicious behaviour and activity in and around your site, such as people loitering or displaying an unusual level of interest in asking questions, filming or photographing
• assessing the possible vulnerabilities of your site to various attack methods, and taking suitable measures to mitigate the risks
• being security-minded in your communications, particularly online
• encouraging and enabling a security culture at your event and in the workplace, ensuring that any concerns can easily be reported and will be acted upon
• considering how you and your staff would respond to an incident occurring inside, outside, or near to your building or site
• consideration of risk assessments leading to a range of emergency plans and procedures being in place
• undertaking staff training and awareness raising
• employing security systems, processes and measures to mitigate threats

All such efforts are welcome and encouraged to create a culture of security.

When will Martyn’s Law be passed? 

This important piece of legislation was reaffirmed by the Bill’s announcement in the King’s Speech on 7 November. The pre-legislative scrutiny process provided important feedback which was carefully considered, particularly in relation to the requirements within the standard tier.

In advance of the Bill’s introduction, the Government launched a further public consultation in March 2024. This allowed the public, as well as stakeholders ample opportunity to express their views and will ensure the right balance between enhancing public safety and not overburdening organisations.

At this stage there is no formal date for the legislation to be introduced.