Martyn’s Law Gains Royal Assent

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04 April 2025

Landmark security legislation, Martyn’s Law, has gained Royal Assent.

The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill is in response to the 2017 Manchester Arena bombing where 22 people died, including 29-year-old Martyn Hett, after who the legislation is named.

The bill increases security requirements for public-facing businesses and venues. It includes mandatory terrorism protection training and more detailed risk assessments. It will also involve the Security Industry Authority (SIA) establishing a new regulator to support, advise and guide businesses to implement the legislation’s requirements. 

Venues that hold between 100-799 people will face standard tier regulations, whilst venues with 800 or more capacity will be subject to enhanced measures.

Figen Murray, Martyn Hett’s mother and campaigner, said: “Whilst nothing will bring Martyn back, I am determined to ensure nobody endures what my family has experienced.

“I am grateful to the Prime Minister, the Security Minister and Lord Hanson for how quickly they’ve progressed Martyn’s Law through parliament. But this would not have happened without the tireless support of my co-campaigners Nick Aldworth, Brendan Cox, Nathan Emmerich, my husband Stuart, and my children.

“Over the implementation period it is vital that the government and Security Industry Authority provide all that is necessary for publicly accessible locations to implement Martyn’s Law.”

Mike Bullock, CEO of Corps Security reacted to the news: “We have always supported Figen’s mission. On its seventh anniversary in May 2024, members of Corps, including Corps Consult Executive Director Mike Bluestone, joined Figen in Hertfordshire for 12 miles of her 200 mile walk from Manchester to London, to raise awareness for the cause. 

“Bringing in these changes has not been easy. Figen’s determined campaigning means that finally, we will see the promise of Martyn's Law honoured, for the safety of our nation.”

Picture: a photograph of some tiered seating at a sports stadium. Image Credit: Unsplash

Article written by Ella Tansley | Published 04 April 2025

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