At Lenz Security, it’s important for us to be up to date with new and upcoming laws that coincide with security. And with Martyn’s Law (Terrorism, Protection of Premises Act 2025) coming into force, we believe our customers and those in control of premises ought to be aware.
So here’s everything you should know about Martyn’s Law.
How it came about
Martyn Hett was one of the 22 victims in the Manchester bombings while visiting the Ariana Grande concert in 2017. There have been 15 domestic terror attacks since, and 43 plots that have been intercepted.
Martyn’s mother, Figen Murray, campaigned for a legislation that places premise and event holders responsible for extra security and protocols against an active terror threat, while also securing against vulnerability.
During the third reading at parliament, Lord Hanson stated that ‘This bill is a tribute to those victims and to the victims of other terrorist attacks. They will never be forgotten.’
How will it be enforced?
For those suspected of non-compliance with Martyn’s Law, the SIA (Security Industry Authority) will investigate, and in serious cases or continuous non-compliance, action will be taken.
Currently, the enforcement of Martyn’s Law includes a range of punishments from compliance notices to monetary penalties and even some criminal charges.
The SIA will prepare a statutory guidance on the implementation of this act, alongside support on how to remain compliant with the act. This is currently being developed and is yet to be released.
How Lenz Security can support you with Martyn’s Law
Though the act received royal assent on the 3rd April 2025, there is an implementation period of at least 24 months. This means that currently, no criminal reprimands will be delivered to anyone. However, many premise and event holders are beginning to make preparations for the implementation.
This is where we step in.
With top-of-the-range devices and security systems, we are assured in securing your building from potential attacks and minimising the risk of vulnerability.
Starting with CCTV in Colchester, beginning the adjustments in accordance with Martyn’s Law, protects your building from attacks but also from criminal charges and restriction notices.
For high-capacity buildings, we advise looking into our alarm systems in Colchester and beginning to install lockdown alarms and access control systems, ensuring you have control over who enters your premises.
This act is essential in highlighting the importance of terror attacks and promising safety to attendees. Without delving into the morbid correlations, enforcing security protocols and tools should be a major priority for any event/premise holder, with or without Martyn’s Law.
Contact us for the preparation of Martyn’s Law
With an implementation period lasting at least 24 months, it is wise for those affected to begin taking measures for Martyn’s Law – and Lenz Security can help with that.
Being an experienced burglar alarm installer in Colchester, there is no time like the present to begin installing security systems and being well in advance of the implementation. Contact us today to begin your preparations!