Martyn's Law And The Current Alcohol Licensing Regime

The new law will have consequences for all premises and personal licence holders operating venues with a capacity of over 100 people.

Following the Manchester Arena attack in 2017, there have been increased calls to introduce new measures which will require venue owners to consider the threats posed by terrorism and implement appropriate measures to mitigate risk. The UK Government is close to publishing a draft bill, named "Martyn's Law" after one of the victims of the attack, Martyn Hett, which is likely to be considered by Parliament this spring.

Proposals

The bill applies to all licensed premises with a capacity of over 100 people, which will qualify as standard tier. Standard tier premises will be required to demonstrate first aid provision and deterrent measures. Larger premises, with a capacity in excess of 800, will qualify for enhanced tier. The obligation on enhanced tier operators will be much greater and will include a requirement to produce a risk