Martyn’s Law Conference Led by Figen Murray OBE

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The Martyn’s Law Conference is a dedicated one-day programme providing clear, practical guidance on the upcoming Protect Duty.

Led by Figen Murray OBE, the driving force behind Martyn’s Law, this conference brings together national experts to help organisations strengthen preparedness, improve coordination and build safer environments for the public.

This high-impact programme is an essential learning opportunity for public-facing organisations, venue operators, local authorities, emergency services and anyone responsible for operational resilience.

 


Figen Murray

Speakers confirmed include:

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Public Safety & Threat Mitigation Theatre
    Public Safety & Threat Mitigation Theatre
    As the communications lead for the Martyn’s Law campaign, Nathan Emmerich will provide insights into the evolving terrorism threat landscape and the growing impact of extremist ideologies on communiti …
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    Public Safety & Threat Mitigation Theatre
    This powerful session tells the human story behind Martyn’s Law. Figen Murray shares the personal journey that followed the Manchester Arena attack and the tireless campaign to ensure no family endure …
    Public Safety & Threat Mitigation Theatre
    Public Safety & Threat Mitigation Theatre
    Martyn’s Law - the countdown to compliance has begun. This high-impact panel brings together senior security leaders from some of the UK’s most high-profile and heavily scrutinised venues, including M …
    Public Safety & Threat Mitigation Theatre
    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 com …
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    Shaun Hipgrave, Director of Protect and Prepare within the Homeland Security Group at the Home Office, will provide an update on the rollout and regulatory preparations for the Terrorism (Protection o …
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    This session provides the regulator’s perspective on Martyn’s Law. Laura Gibb will outline the role of the SIA, how compliance will be supported and assessed, and what organisations can expect as the …

Figen Murray OBE, driving force behind Martyn’s Law, will deliver keynote insights on:

  • Purpose and scope of the Protect Duty

  • Practical expectations for organisations

  • How culture, training and preparedness reduce risk

Her leadership ensures the programme reflects real experience and actionable improvement

The conference sits within the wider PSTM Zone, covering:

  • Counterterrorism and hostile threat mitigation

  • Crisis response and JESIP coordination

  • Infrastructure protection and resilience

  • Technology shaping modern threat management

Delegates gain full access to PSTM sessions, exhibitors and operational insights.

Ideal for organisations responsible for public protection, including:

  • Venue and event operators

  • Local authorities and resilience teams

  • Police, fire and ambulance leaders

  • Security managers and consultants

  • Public-space and infrastructure operators

  • Private-sector organisations preparing for compliance

Why Attend the Martyn’s Law Conference?

Martyn’s Law will shape how the UK prepares for, prevents and responds to modern threats. This programme provides the clarity and confidence organisations need to comply effectively and proportionately.

Across the day, attendees will learn how legislation translates into real-world action, how multi-agency partners work together, and what practical measures improve safety without creating unnecessary burden.

You'll gain:

  • Clear, practical guidance on legal, operational and proportionality expectations under the Protect Duty
     

  • Insight into how police, fire, ambulance and venue operators collaborate to strengthen readiness and resilience
     

  • Real-world case studies demonstrating coordinated response, communication and decision-making
     

  • Actionable steps to prepare people, places and processes for compliance
     

  • A deeper understanding of how Martyn’s Law fits into the wider public safety and counterterrorism landscape

 

REGISTER YOUR INTEREST

Registration will open for tickets in January 2026 and if you would like to secure a group booking for your team to attend it is advised to complete the registered interest form.


 

ENQUIRE ABOUT EXHIBITING

Meet and engage with over 5,000 of the most senior members of the emergency services over two days of untapped networking opportunities.


 

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