Conference Agenda

This session explores the early enactment of The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 (Martyn’s Law) and its emerging impact on frontline security training and competency development across complex public safety environments. With direct access to policy actors and training leads operating across the M62 corridor—Leeds, Huddersfield, Manchester, Burnley, and Liverpool—the session offers timely insight into how this new legislative framework is being implemented in practice. Frontline security operatives and stewards play a vital role in protecting publicly accessible locations, including football stadiums, arenas, and major event venues.

As the terrorism threat landscape continues to evolve, the demand for effective, realistic, and role-specific training has become increasingly urgent. Martyn’s Law introduces new statutory expectations, yet empirical research on its early operational impact remains limited. The session examines how early implementation is shaping the design, delivery, and effectiveness of training and competency frameworks.

It also links directly to the Manchester Arena Inquiry Volume One recommendations, highlighting the continuing importance of scenario-based, refreshed, and context-specific training aligned with staff responsibilities. By addressing operational readiness, training standards, and defensibility in practice, this session will provide valuable insights for policymakers, venue operators, trainers, and security professionals working to strengthen protective security culture under Martyn’s Law.