Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025
The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act, also known as Martyn’s Law, came into force in April 2025, with the aim of improving the UK’s preparedness for terrorist attacks.
On this page, you can find all the details of the new legislation to support our businesses with both information and advice leading up to the end of a proposed 24-month implementation period.
We will continue to update this page as further news and guidance becomes available.
What does this mean for your business?
In this piece, we are sharing a general overview of the new legislation to support our businesses with implementation. For more detailed information, please refer to the Act of Parliament.
Competent Person in the Workplace
NaCTSO (National Counter Terrorism Security Office) & SFJ Awards announce a new Level 3 Ofqual-regulated “Competent Person in the Workplace” qualification for CT protective security. The launch is expected early 2026.
ACT Awareness E-Learning Course
The ACT (Action Counters Terrorism) Awareness e-Learning course is a free online resources designed for businesses and individuals.
This free training is essential towards becoming legally compliant with the new Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025. Businesses are strongly recommended to complete this training to improve their security knowledge and best practice. Sign up below.
Regulator
The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has been appointed as the regulator for the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025.
In the first instance, their role will be to support and provide advice but, importantly, it will be able to take enforcement action against a businesses, as appropriate to address non-compliance.
Explainer Video
The Home Office has released a short video outlining the scope and requirements of the new Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, also known as Martyn’s Law.
This easy-to-follow animation is aimed at those responsible for premises and events in scope of this new legislation.
Myth Buster
The Home Office has recently publicised additional material about the Act including a one page leaflet and a myth buster.
The one page leaflet explains the Act’s scope, requirements, responsible person & regulator information, and addresses some misconceptions.
To read more and download the myth buster and one page sheet, click below.