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Protect Duty Update
05 February 2024
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Home Office
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement discusses the launch of a public consultation for the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill, also known as 'Martyn’s Law', which aims to enhance public safety by requiring premises to take necessary steps to mitigate terrorist attacks.
Action Requested
The Government has launched an 18-week public consultation until 18 March 2024 on revised Standard Tier requirements for smaller premises. The aim is to gather feedback on the measures' proportionality, effectiveness, and transparency, as well as views on cost implications and existing obligations under Health and Safety and Fire Safety legislation.
Key Facts
- The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill is also known as 'Martyn’s Law'.
- Since 2017 there have been 14 terror attacks in the UK.
- Martyn Hett was tragically killed alongside 21 others in the Manchester Arena terrorist attack in 2017.
- The consultation will run until 18 March 2024 and is available on GOV.UK.
- Standard Tier premises have a capacity of 100 to 799 individuals, such as retail stores, bars, restaurants, theatres, and village halls.
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