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Venue Security Compliance UK: What Martyn’s Law Means Before 2027
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Venue Security Compliance UK: What Martyn’s Law Means Before 2027
November 13, 2026
Last updated: 13 November 2026
Quick answer: Martyn’s Law (the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025) requires venues that can hold 200 or more people to prepare for a terrorist attack. Standard tier venues (200–799 people) must have simple procedures for evacuation, invacuation, lockdown and communication. Enhanced tier venues (800+) must also put in place physical and technical public protection measures . Enforcement by the Security Industry Authority (SIA) is expected from spring 2027 at the earliest.
The law is named after Martyn Hett, one of the 22 people killed in the Manchester Arena attack in 2017. Theatres, music venues, cinemas, sports grounds and event spaces all need to be ready. This guide is general information, not legal advice.
What is Martyn’s Law?
It is the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, which received Royal Assent on 3 April 2025 . It places a legal duty on those responsible for certain premises and events to reduce the risk of harm from a terrorist attack. The government published final statutory guidance in April 2026.
Does Martyn’s Law apply to my venue?
It applies if your premises can reasonably expect 200 or more people at the same time, from time to time. Staff count towards that number.
Standard tier: 200 to 799 people.
Enhanced tier: 800 or more people, plus qualifying public events of 800+.
What must standard tier venues do?
Put simple, practical procedures in place. There is no requirement for physical security measures at this tier.
Evacuation: getting people out safely.
Invacuation: bringing people inside to safety.
Lockdown: securing the building to keep an attacker out.
Communication: telling people what is happening and what to do.
Notifying the SIA that you are responsible for the premises.
What must enhanced tier venues do?
Everything in the standard tier, plus public protection measures that reduce the risk of an attack and the harm it could cause.
measures to monitor and control entry, such as CCTV and access control
physical measures to protect queues, entrances and crowded areas
a documented security assessment and plan, kept under review
a designated senior individual, where the responsible person is an organisation
What are the penalties for not complying?
The SIA can issue compliance notices and penalties. The maximum penalty is £10,000 for standard tier premises and the greater of £18 million or 5% of worldwide revenue for enhanced tier premises.
When does Martyn’s Law come into force?
The Act set an implementation period of at least 24 months from 3 April 2025 , so active regulation is expected from spring 2027 . That leaves limited time to plan, budget and install any security upgrades.
How can security technology help venues comply?
CCTV with live monitoring: spot suspicious behaviour in queues and entrances ( CCTV systems ).
Access control and lockdown: lock doors quickly from one point ( access control ).
Public address and alerts: tell staff and visitors what to do.
Integrated systems: link cameras, doors and alarms so procedures run smoothly ( integration ).
How can Amax Fire & Security help?
We secure London venues including the Dominion Theatre and Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club. We can review your premises against both tiers and design security that supports your procedures. See our cinema and theatre security page, or contact our team or call 020 8427 2242 .
Frequently asked questions
Do staff count towards the 200-person threshold?
Yes. The capacity includes everyone reasonably expected on the premises, including staff.
Do standard tier venues need CCTV?
No. Standard tier venues only need procedures, although CCTV can help put them into practice.
Who enforces Martyn’s Law?
The Security Industry Authority (SIA).
Does Martyn’s Law apply to schools?
Schools and other education premises can be covered, but they stay in the standard tier even above 800 people.
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