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Security Industry Authority (SIA)

The regulator for Martyn's Law. It will oversee the duties, advise, and (for serious failures) enforce.

The Security Industry Authority, best known for licensing the private security industry, is the regulator for Martyn's Law. It will oversee how qualifying premises and events meet the requirements, taking a supportive, advice-first approach.

The SIA can issue compliance and restriction notices and, for serious or persistent failures, financial penalties. Its notification process is not yet live — there is nothing to register at this stage.

Who it affects: Every responsible person, once the duties commence.

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What this is — and what it is not

martynslaw.app is a preparation and document-management tool. It is not legal advice, not official guidance, not official certification, not SIA approval and not a guarantee of compliance. The responsible person must review and approve all documents before use.

martynslaw.app is an independent product. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the Home Office, the Security Industry Authority or any other public body. Official sources are cited as sources only.