Home Office Workshops- Martyn’s Law
The Home Office are inviting all owners, operators, and those with responsibility for public premises to apply for one of a series of workshops around the UK covering Martyn’s Law.
The UK’s resilience to terrorism is to be stepped up, as the government announces details for the Protect Duty, to be known as ‘Martyn’s Law’ in tribute of Martyn Hett, who was killed alongside 21 others in the Manchester Arena terrorist attack in 2017. Martyn’s Law will place a requirement on those responsible for certain locations to consider the threat from terrorism and implement appropriate and proportionate mitigation measures.
The legislation will help ensure parties are prepared, ready to respond and know what to do in the event of an attack. Better protection will be delivered through enhanced security systems, staff training, and clearer processes.
The workshops on Martyn’s law will include plans for the upcoming legislation and help to scope how the legislation will work in practice, including opportunities to contribute to requirements on advice and guidance.
Pre-reading will be required, and on the day members of the policy team behind Martyn’s Law will be on hand to answer questions and discuss specific issues. The Home Office encourage applications from those with an interest, regardless of whether they have any security-related experience.
Workshops will last for one day (0930-1600). There is no cost to attendees for the workshop, and lunch will be provided. The Home Office will not fund any travel or accommodation costs associated with attendance.
The dates and locations for the workshops are as follows:
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· 2 May 2023-London · 4 May 2023-Cardiff · 9 May 2023-Birmingham · 16 May 2023-Carlisle · 17 May 2023-Durham · 23 May 2023-Belfast · 30 May 2023-Edinburgh |
A link is included below to apply for one of the workshops, for any questions in the interim, please email ProtectDuty@homeoffice.gov.uk.
The deadline for all applications is 7 April 2023. Successful applicants will be notified by 19 April 2023.
Workshop registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/martyns-law-workshops-may-2023-tickets-595896110307
Martyn’s Law: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/martyns-law-to-ensure-stronger-protections-against-terrorism-in-public-places
