Event Organisers Warn of Martyn's Law Impact on Costs

Event organisers warn of Martyn's Law impact on costs

Promoters have warned that new UK safety planning and AV system requirements for larger venues and events may impact demand but will boost trust The post Event organisers warn of Martyn’s Law impact on costs appeared first on AV Magazine.

Martyn’s Law will stretch large-scale event budgets

Martyn’s Law, formally the Terrorism Protection of Premises Act 2025, is UK legislation requiring certain venues and events to implement measures against terrorist threats. It is named in tribute to Martyn Hett, one of 22 people killed in the Manchester Arena attack in May 2017. In April 2025, Martyn’s Law recieved Royal Assent marking a pivotal and much-welcomed moment for the UK’s MICE industry. As a result, larger premises and events where 80…