Legal commentary tracks progress on Martyn's Law rollout

Solicitors Journal has published a piece looking at the implementation of the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, known as Martyn's Law. Legal commentary like this tends to summarise progress on the supporting detail that sits behind the Act, such as the regulator's role and the practical steps venues will eventually take. The Act received Royal Assent on 3 April 2025, but its duties are not yet in force.

Nothing changes for you today. The duties are expected to commence in spring 2027, and the exact date is still to be confirmed. The Security Industry Authority will be the regulator, but its notification process is not yet live. Coverage of this kind is a useful reminder that the timeline is real and moving, not a signal that any deadline has arrived.

The standard tier covers premises where 200 to 799 people may reasonably be expected at the same time. The enhanced tier applies at 800 or more. These counts include staff, not just customers or the congregation. Working out which tier you are likely to fall into is a sensible early step.

Keep familiarising yourself with the basics and note where you sit on the tier thresholds. There is no need to rush or panic. Use this time to think about who is responsible for premises safety and how your team already handles busy periods, so you are ready to build on that when the duties begin.