20/10/2026
MARTYN'S LAW β IF YOU RUN A PUBLIC VENUE IN SUSSEX, THIS IS WORTH READING.
We've been looking into Martyn's Law recently, particularly what it could mean for local businesses, visitor attractions and venues across Sussex.
And it's something we think more businesses should be aware of.
Martyn's Law, officially the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, was introduced following the Manchester Arena terrorist attack in 2017.
It's about making sure certain public venues are better prepared to protect people if the worst should happen.
So, does it affect your business?
If you run a zoo, visitor attraction, leisure centre, hotel, entertainment venue or similar premises, you may fall within its scope.
The legislation has two main levels:
200β799 people: Qualifying premises fall within the standard tier, focusing on emergency procedures, evacuation, lockdown and communication.
800 or more people: Qualifying larger premises and events have additional security responsibilities, which may include CCTV and other protective measures where appropriate.
These numbers include staff and refer to people reasonably expected on site at the same time, not total visitors throughout the day.
And what about CCTV?
CCTV isn't automatically compulsory under Martyn's Law. But for larger venues, a properly designed system could be a valuable part of wider security arrangements.
Knowing who's entering your site, being able to monitor public areas and having clear footage available when needed can make a real difference to everyday site security.
As CCTV installers, we're always saying the same thing: it's not about putting cameras everywhere. It's about putting the right cameras in the right places.
Whether you're managing a visitor attraction in Chichester, a leisure facility in Worthing, a hotel in Arundel or a larger site around Horsham or Littlehampton, it's worth reviewing what you already have.
The legislation is expected to come into force in spring 2027, so there's time to understand what may apply to your premises.
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