IoL produces Martyn’s Law Guidance

In preparation for the implementation of the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 (“Martyn’s Law”) the Institute of Licensing has published guidance on the proposed new legislation, to assist all interested parties, including licensing professionals, operators, regulators and members of the public.  

A link to the guidance can be found below.

https://instituteoflicensing.org/resources/terrorism-protection-of-premises-act-2025/

The IOL Guidance does not hold a legal or a statutory status; but is designed to serve as a helpful guide on what is currently known about the new law. The Guidance is a developing document and any feedback is welcomed.

Jeremy Phillips KC (Chair of the IOL Specialist Interest Committee for Martyn’s Law), commented:

“Whilst so much time has passed since the terrible events of 22 May 2017 that has not lessened the importance of everyone playing their part in the fight against terrorism within our society. It is for that reason I am so pleased to be able finally to offer some guidance to members of the Institute of Licensing on key aspects of the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, properly now known to all simply as ‘Martyn’s Law’.

“Although the legislation received Royal Assent last year it is still a long way from being brought into full effect. Both the Home Office and the Security Industry Authority still have a great deal of work to undertake to put in place the necessarily complex statutory scheme.

“Nonetheless, the need for vigilance never diminishes and it is for that reason that I am extremely proud of the efforts made by the entire Martyn’s Law team at the IoL in producing the attached document. Whilst our guidance has no legal effect I hope it will provide a helpful guide at this stage to members anxious to begin preparing for the challenges presented by the new regime.”