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Martyn’s Law checker

Answer three questions to see whether your venue is likely to be covered by Martyn’s Law, the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, and which tier it falls into. Nothing you type leaves your device.

Based on the Act and the Home Office statutory guidance on GOV.UK, last checked 28 October 2026 · General information, not legal or security advice

What are the premises wholly or mainly used for? Choose one Place of worship, childcare, school or further education Shop, pub, bar, restaurant or café Entertainment or leisure: theatre, cinema, music venue, nightclub, gym, sports ground Hall or community centre, wedding or events venue Hotel or other accommodation Museum, gallery, library or visitor attraction Health care, or a public authority building open to the public None of these (for example an office, factory or warehouse not open to the public)

The most people you reasonably expect at the same time, from time to time Include staff and volunteers. Count only the part used for that purpose. See how to count

The premises are excluded under Schedule 2 For example an open-air park with no entry checks, or transport premises covered by other security laws

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The tiers at a glance

Martyn’s Law is expected to come into force in spring 2027, and can’t start before 3 April 2027. Premises in scope will then have 3 months to notify the SIA. See when does Martyn’s Law come into effect? and our full guide to the standard tier.

Sources: Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 collection on GOV.UK.