Martyn’s Law

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Martyn’s Law Update: Home Office guidance and SIA consultation

15 April 2026

Clarifying operator obligations and the enforcement framework under Home Office and SIA guidance

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SIA confirms publication of draft Martyn’s Law guidance is nearing

10 April 2026

The guidance is expected to show how the SIA will enforce the law and carry out inspections

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Martyn’s Law gets Royal Assent to become law

03 April 2025

The Terrorism (Protection of Premises Act), commonly known as Martyn’s Law, is named after Martyn Hett, one of the 22…

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Martyn’s Law to have its first reading in Parliament today

12 September 2024

This follows the Labour Government’s commitment to introduce a Protect Duty for publicly accessible premises and events

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Martyn’s Law features in King’s Speech

07 November 2023

Government announces intention to consult on impact on smaller venues before Bill enters Parliament

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Home Affairs Select Committee says Martyn’s Law “Not fit for purpose”

27 July 2023

Cross-Party Report expresses concerns about draft Terrorism Bill

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Martyn’s Law/Protect Duty – How Poppleston Allen can help you. Plus free webinar invitation

19 July 2023

Poppleston Allen working with top security expert to help businesses prepare for Martyn's Law

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Martyn’s Law – Government publishes draft Bill for pre-legislative scrutiny

02 May 2023

Draft Bill will introduce new scrutiny requirements for public venues in the UK