Protect Duty (Martyn’s Law)
Preparing publicly accessible premises for Martyn’s Law coming into force in the United Kingdom
The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, known as Martyn’s Law, establishes a new preparedness and protection framework for certain premises and events in the United Kingdom. The Act received Royal Assent on 3 April 2025, but its main obligations are not yet in force. The Security Industry Authority indicates that it is expected to come into force in spring 2027.
ASS helps organisations understand whether they are within scope, review their current procedures and prepare measures proportionate to their premises and activity. Our support may include gap analysis, planning, training and exercising. ASS provides technical support and does not act as a regulator, nor does it itself certify legal compliance.
Gap analysis
Evaluate current security measures against the published official requirements of the Protect Duty.
Risk assessments
Identify credible threats, vulnerabilities and practical countermeasures tailored to each site.
Security planning
Develop written plans, response protocols and staff guidance that stand up to scrutiny.
Training & exercising
Prepare teams through realistic drills and scenario-based exercises.
Official guidance & videos
Authoritative material from the UK Government and the National Counter Terrorism Security Office.
Crisis & risk intelligence
Specialist organisations we follow for global security and crisis management insight.
Academic collaboration
Tutor training course package — A-GLOSS Academy
Our academic partner A-GLOSS Academy offers a course package for tutors covering protective security awareness and Martyn's Law preparedness.
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Train your team with ASS Academy
Practical Protect Duty and Martyn's Law courses delivered by ASS instructors, designed for security teams, venue staff and duty holders.
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