Martyn’s Law Update: What Businesses, FM Teams and Security Providers Should Do Now
Understanding What Has Changed
Many organisations have heard of Martyn’s Law but have not yet fully considered what it could mean for their day-to-day operations.
The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has now updated its guidance and continues preparations to become the regulator for Martyn’s Law, formally known as the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025. The legislation is designed to improve preparedness and protective security at qualifying public premises and events across the UK.
The latest updates provide more clarity on how the SIA intends to regulate the legislation and support organisations in meeting their future responsibilities. The law is expected to come into force in Spring 2027 following an implementation period.
For many organisations, this is the ideal time to start preparing rather than waiting until compliance becomes mandatory.
Why This Matters for Facilities Management
Martyn’s Law is often viewed as a security issue, but in reality it affects much wider operational teams.
Facilities managers, security providers, front of house teams, cleaning contractors, catering operators, maintenance providers and mobilisation teams all play a role in how people are protected within a building or public environment.
The SIA has confirmed that organisations responsible for qualifying premises will need appropriate public protection procedures and, for larger premises and events, additional measures designed to reduce vulnerability and improve preparedness.
For FM and operational leaders, this means reviewing:
- Reception and visitor management procedures
- Security officer responsibilities and escalation routes
- Contractor access controls
- Building evacuation and emergency response plans
- Communication procedures during incidents
- Staff awareness and training
- Site mobilisation processes for new contracts
- Coordination between multiple service providers
Many organisations already have some of these controls in place. The challenge is ensuring they are documented, understood and consistently applied.
What Different Organisations Should Consider
SMEs
Review visitor procedures, contractor controls and emergency contacts. Ensure staff know who to contact if something unusual occurs.
Medium and Large Businesses
Check consistency across multiple sites and suppliers. Different locations often operate differently despite having the same policies.
Multinationals
Align UK requirements with global security and risk management frameworks while ensuring local compliance.
Public Sector Organisations
Review how security, safeguarding, procurement and estates management interact. Public-facing environments often involve multiple stakeholders and contractors.
Contractors and Subcontractors
Expect increased focus on site awareness, reporting responsibilities and induction requirements when working at public-facing premises.
How TPMG FM Can Help
Martyn’s Law preparation is not just about security officers.
It involves the entire operational environment.
TPMG FM supports organisations through:
- Security Services
- Front of House & Concierge
- Contract Mobilisation
- Commercial Cleaning Services
- Catering Services
- Waste & Recycling Services
- Commercial Pest Control
- Landscaping Services
- Facilities Management Coordination
Our role is to help organisations create practical, people-focused operational processes that support safety, compliance and business continuity.
By reviewing procedures now, organisations can reduce future disruption and strengthen overall site resilience.
The latest SIA updates show that Martyn’s Law implementation is moving steadily towards reality. Organisations that begin reviewing their operations today will be in a much stronger position when the legislation comes fully into force.
