Martyn’s Law is no longer on the horizon. It is on your budget cycle.
The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 is expected to come into force in Spring 2027. The statutory guidance that tells you what compliance looks like was published on 15 April 2026 , so the information you were waiting for already exists.
What remains is the work: assessment, procedures, systems, training and testing. For most venues that is a programme, not a purchase, and it has to clear a budget cycle first.
Standard Tier - £10,000
All Standard tier premises and liable for a fine of £10,000 or £500 a day for not meeting compliance requirments when enforcement begins in Spring 2027
Enhanced Tier - £18 Million
The maximum non-compliance penalty for enhanced duty premises: the greater of £18 million or 5% of qualifying worldwide revenue.
Enhanced Tier - £50k Daily
Daily penalties can be imposed for every day a contravention continues at enhanced duty premises, with fines up to £50,000.
On the 3rd April 2025 this new law was announced by the UK Government. The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 also known as Martyn’s Law, requires owners and operators of public venues with capacities of 200 or more people, to take reasonably practicable steps to protect the public.
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Who are Handy AV?
For over two decades, Handy AV has been a leader in delivering intelligent audio-visual solutions, including innovative audio visual security systems, that empower organisations to communicate, inform, and protect. From digital signage networks and LED displays to enterprise communication systems and integrated control solutions, we’ve helped some of the UK’s largest brands enhance their premises threat solutions, creating safer, smarter, and more connected environments.
How can we help with Martyn's Law?
We don’t just supply and install AV — we engineer integrated ecosystems that include advanced Audio Visual Security solutions. From digital signage and audio integration to security access and content management, our end-to-end digital infrastructures are designed to meet the demands of Martyn’s Law and beyond, providing comprehensive Premises Threat Solutions. With MAVAS™, we’re combining years of AV innovation with critical safety technology to help organisations prepare, protect, and perform under pressure in critical situations, reinforcing their Security Systems.
The Vital Role of AV in Martyn’s Law
AV systems provide the immediate connection between your venue and its visitors. Through digital signage, public address systems, and integrated control platforms, venues can deliver real-time alerts, guide evacuations, and maintain calm in a crisis. Handy AV’s years of expertise in digital communication, audio integration, and premises threat solutions position us uniquely to help organizations transform existing AV infrastructure into life-saving communication networks. By enhancing security systems, we install confidence in visitors during critical situations.
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