I wanted to let you know that the DfE has published a Martyn’s Law overview on GOV.UK specifically for education settings. The page went live less than an hour ago.
Please note that this is not statutory guidance.
DfE update: –
The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 commonly known as Martyn’s Law, received Royal Assent in April 2025. Martyn’s Law aims to improve public safety by requiring certain premises to reduce the impact of a terrorist attack and minimise harm should one occur.
The Government intends for there to be an implementation period of at least 24 months before the act comes into force. This period will enable those responsible for premises and events to have sufficient time to understand their new obligations, and to plan and prepare accordingly.
Whilst those that fall within scope of the act may wish to consider the requirements, there is no requirement to comply with them until the legislation comes into force. The Government will publish statutory guidance during the 24-month implementation period. This will be subject to stakeholder consultation prior to publication and will assist those responsible, to understand the requirements set out in the legislation.
To help education providers understanding their responsibilities under the new law, the Department for Education has published a comprehensive policy overview on GOV.UK. This is not statutory guidance.
What the overview covers
- Why Martyn’s Law is necessary and the context behind its introduction.
- How the law applies to education settings, including which types of institutions fall in scope.
- What the DfE is doing now and plans to do over the 24-month implementation period to support the sector
- What education settings need to do to prepare and comply with the legislation before it comes into force.
You can read the full policy overview on GOV.UK.