To support venues ongoing preparations to comply with Martyn’s Law, the Meeting Industry Association (MIA) has updated its practical guidance to help the business meetings and events industry navigate the evolving requirements of the forthcoming legislation.
Working in partnership with leading security experts GSA Global and ASG Rescue, the trade association has published an updated roadmap designed to ensure venues remain ahead of their anticipated obligations as the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill continues to take shape.
The updated guide outlines nine initial steps towards compliance, providing venues with a structured approach to strengthening their safety and security procedures. It also includes revised information on the current legal frameworks, the implications of the proposed legislation for venues of different sizes, and practical tools such as training checklists, risk assessment templates, and communication protocols.
MIA chief executive, Shonali Devereaux, said: “The safety and security of everyone who engages with our venues must remain a top priority for our sector. As Martyn’s Law moves closer to becoming reality, we are committed to ensuring our members are well informed and equipped to act. This updated guidance provides a timely and practical framework for venues to assess their readiness, understand their likely responsibilities, and take meaningful steps towards compliance. As the legislation evolves and discussions progress, the MIA will remain at the forefront, keeping members informed and supported with continued guidance.”
Alun Jones, operations director at ASG Rescue, said: “Martyn’s Law is a vital step towards making public spaces safer by requiring venues and organisers to take deliverable, practical steps to prepare for potential and evolving threats. ASG Rescue developed this Road Map on behalf of the MIA because we fully support the principles behind the legislation. At its core, Martyn’s Law is about having clear, effective plans and procedures in place, that are not overly complex or unnecessarily costly, but ones that can genuinely save lives in an emergency. By promoting awareness, training, and reasonable security measures, it helps build a culture of preparedness that protects both staff and the public without placing unnecessary pressure on resources.”
To download the guidance, visit https://mia-uk.org/Martyns-Law.
