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Martyn’s Law: getting schools ready
As Martyn’s Law is due to come into effect in 2027, educational settings will be required to strengthen their preparedness for potential terrorist threats. So what does this new legislation mean for schools?
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Is HVM just for Christmas?
Severe vehicle borne attacks pose an increasing threat to our public security, while the growing use of unsuitable countermeasures often exacerbates the problem rather than alleviating it. This article from Christian Schneider outlines how a simple misunderstanding can have fatal consequences.
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What Martyn’s Law means for you
Martyn’s Law is now entering its implementation phase, with the Security Industry Authority preparing to regulate thousands of UK venues and events. A new tiered framework will require operators to adopt proportionate security measures, backed by expanded SIA teams, digital systems, and forthcoming Home Office guidance.
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Life after Martyn’s Law
Nick Aldworth explains what he is doing since Martyn's Law received Royal Assent.
Protecting Public Spaces
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Martyn's Law: what it means for schools
As Martyn’s Law receives Royal Assent, publicly accessible premises will be required to strengthen their preparedness for potential terrorist threats. So what does this new legislation mean for schools?
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Testing the new scanners at London City Airport
Polly Jones recently tried out the new security scanners at London City Airport to see if they bring benefits for passengers, while maintaining high levels of security.
On their website, London City Airport boasts a smooth, swift security check.
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EVENTS

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Understanding Martyn’s Law – and impact on venues and events
Ahead of the implementation of the so-called Martyn’s Law, Krishna Pancholi, Associate at UK and Ireland law firm Browne Jacobson, explains what it involves and considerations for emergency planning.    
The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, known more commonly as Martyn’s Law, was introduced following the 2017 Manchester Arena attack and named after Martyn Hett, one of the victims.
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Clearing border bottlenecks with smarter, faster digital solutions for travel
Ahead of IBMATA's Border Management & Technologies Summit Europe 2025 in Tallinn, Andy Smith explores how digital innovation can help border agencies ease congestion, enhance security, and deliver a smoother experience for travellers across Europe.
We all want travel to be secure, safe, and easy. But as traveller numbers surge to record highs and governments aim to unlock tourism’s full economic power, border agencies face a critical challenge: how do you handle rising demand without compromising security?
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Martyn's Law becomes a reality
At the beginning of April, after six years of campaigns and almost eight years after the Manchester Arena attack, Martyn’s Law received Royal Assent.
Martyn's Law is named after Martyn Hett, who was killed in the Manchester Arena attack in May 2017.
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