SIA issues November Martyn’s Law newsletter as preparations continue for new security regime

The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published its November 2026 Martyn’s Law newsletter, providing stakeholders with the latest update on preparations for the implementation of the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 and the regulator’s developing role under the new framework.

The latest edition continues the SIA’s programme of regular communications with premises operators, event organisers and other organisations that may fall within the scope of Martyn’s Law. Alongside updates from the regulator, the newsletter highlights newly published guidance materials, explains ongoing engagement work and signposts further support available to organisations preparing for the legislation’s commencement.

A significant feature of the November newsletter is the launch of new tools designed to help those affected by the legislation begin planning for compliance. The SIA has published a planning tool for standard-tier premises and a compliance template for enhanced-tier premises and events, describing both resources as practical aids to support preparation rather than prescriptive checklists.

The newsletter also includes an update from Martyn’s Law Executive Director Laura Gibb, who recently published a blog outlining the regulator’s approach to supporting organisations as they prepare for the new requirements.

As part of its effort to increase understanding of how the regime will operate in practice, the SIA uses the publication to provide further insight into its developing regulatory functions. An interview with Head of Casework and Assessment Morag Edwards outlines work underway to build assessment and compliance teams, develop operational policies and prepare for future engagement with responsible persons once the Act comes into force.

The November edition places particular emphasis on helping organisations understand whether they fall within the scope of Martyn’s Law. The SIA draws attention to recently published illustrative examples covering different types of premises and events, including licensed premises and large-scale public events, to demonstrate how the statutory tests may apply in practice.

The regulator also uses the newsletter to promote wider support available through ProtectUK and to announce a series of upcoming webinars where organisations can discuss the new resources and raise questions about compliance expectations.

In addition, the SIA confirms that work is continuing on final statutory guidance, with a response to consultation feedback on draft section 12 guidance expected to be published alongside the final version of the document. The guidance will set out how the regulator intends to exercise its functions under Martyn’s Law.