{"id":17250,"date":"2025-08-12T11:49:36","date_gmt":"2025-08-12T11:49:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/staging.chubbfs.com\/uk-en\/?p=17250"},"modified":"2025-08-12T11:49:36","modified_gmt":"2025-08-12T11:49:36","slug":"martyns-law-what-it-means-for-public-venue-owners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.chubbfs.com\/uk-en\/martyns-law-what-it-means-for-public-venue-owners\/","title":{"rendered":"Martyn\u2019s Law: What It Means for Public Venue Owners"},"content":{"rendered":"

Martyn\u2019s Law received Royal Assent on Thursday 3 April 2025 \u2013 a significant step forward in helping to protect public spaces and events venues.<\/p>\n

This legislation, born from tragedy in 2017 and driven by a national campaign for better public safety, introduces a legal obligation for many public-facing businesses to assess and mitigate terrorist threats.<\/p>\n

With over two decades of experience supporting commercial public-facing organisations, Greg Lambert, Commercial Director and leading voice on Martyn\u2019s Law at Chubb, has helped businesses strengthen their safety culture and stay aligned with evolving fire and security legislation.<\/p>\n

Here, Greg Lambert takes a look at what the law, officially titled the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025<\/em>, entails, who it applies to and how you can prepare and begin to implement it now \u2013 not only to remain compliant but to lead with confidence in your industry.<\/p>\n

Why Was Martyn\u2019s Law Introduced \u2013 and Why Should You Take Notice?<\/h2>\n

Martyn\u2019s Law is the result of tireless campaigning by Figen Murray following the 2017 Manchester Arena bombing, which claimed the life of her son Martyn Hett. While terrorism may feel like a remote threat, the duty to plan, protect and respond effectively is now becoming a formal responsibility \u2013 one that can\u2019t be overlooked.<\/p>\n

Chubb Fire and Security supports hospitality operators and public venues with regulatory shifts and best practice and sees Martyn\u2019s Law as a defining moment for how we think about security in the UK.<\/p>\n

Who is Affected by Martyn\u2019s Law?<\/h2>\n

The law introduces a tiered approach to compliance, based on the number of people reasonably expected to be present on-site.<\/p>\n

To fall within scope, your premises must:<\/p>\n