Martyn’s Law – the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill – An update: Article continued


Expert witnesses may testify. Potential government amendments may be made at this stage.


3. Report Stage and third hearing (late 2024): The Public Bill Committee reports to Parliament and there is a vote on the proposals.


Then this process will be repeated in the House of Lords


Nick added: “Once the bill is passed and becomes an act of parliament, the important work of building an effective regulator will begin. It is likely that this will take up to two years, which is why there has been talk of an implementation period. This will also be the period during which premises can start to build their own capabilities to meet the law that they will be subject to.”


This legislation marks a significant shift in UK counter-terrorism strategy, placing greater responsibility on premises and event organisers to actively consider and mitigate terrorist threats.


For further information, visit the Martyn’s Law section on the Protect UK website:


• Document compliance


• Public protection procedures that they have in place, and/or will put in place


All requirements are subject to the concept of "reasonably practicable”, allowing for consideration of the nature of activities, operating environment, and available resources.


Regulation and Enforcement


A new function of the Security Industry Authority (SIA) will act as the regulator, focusing on:


• Supporting, advising, and guiding businesses


• Using powers and sanctions only for serious and persistent non-compliance


• Ability to fine non-compliant entities and shut down premises in extreme cases


The process of the Bill


Nick Aldworth outlined the process of the bill to be enacted and the current anticipated dates for each stage:


1. First Reading (14 October 2024): Initial debate to gauge support and opposition.


2. Public Bill Committee (anticipated before Christmas): Seventeen MPs examine the bill line by line in a series of weekly sessions over several weeks.


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