The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, commonly referred to as Martyn’s Law, received Royal Assent on 3 April 2025. This legislation introduces new requirements for those responsible for certain premises and events to consider and implement proportionate security measures to protect the public from terrorism.
What Does This Mean for the Education Sector?
While the Act is not yet in force, the Government has signalled a minimum 24-month implementation period. This is intended to give organisations, including education settings, sufficient time to understand their obligations and prepare accordingly.
The Department for Education has published information explaining how the Act will affect schools, colleges, and other education providers. Statutory guidance will be published ahead of commencement, designed to be clear, accessible, and practical.
Upcoming Webinars
To support the sector, Home Office and DfE are hosting a series of webinars to provide:
- An overview of the Act and its relevance to education
- Information on next steps
- An opportunity for Q&A (where feasible)
Webinar Dates (via Microsoft Teams):
- Thursday 13 November | 12:00–12:55
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- Wednesday 19 November | 12:00–12:55
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- Thursday 4 December | 12:00–12:55
Join the meeting now Meeting ID: 318 653 548 939 2 Passcode: jE795e4D
Supporting Materials
We strongly encourage education professionals to review the following resources ahead of the webinars:
- Martyn’s Law overview and what you need to know
- Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025: factsheets
- One-page leaflet outlining scope and requirements
- Myth-buster document addressing common misconceptions
- How Martyn’s Law will affect education settings
These materials are designed to aid understanding and support preparation during the implementation period.