Martyn’s Law Compliance Checklist for UK Businesses in 2025

 Martyn’s Law Compliance Checklist: How QComm Helps Businesses Stay Prepared and Protect Lives

Running a public venue or business that welcomes visitors comes with a critical responsibility: ensuring their safety. With Martyn’s Law (also known as the Protect Duty) soon to become law, organisations must have strong emergency plans, conduct terrorism risk assessments, and train staff to act swiftly during a threat. For many, understanding these new legal requirements can feel overwhelming.


This blog provides a step-by-step Martyn’s Law compliance checklist, helping businesses and venue managers understand what needs to be done — and how to do it right. From determining your venue’s tier to preparing for real-time emergencies, this guide walks you through every essential step.

To simplify this journey, the blog also introduces QComm, a powerful emergency communication and risk management platform that makes compliance straightforward. With QComm, you can:

  • Centralise risk assessments, emergency plans, and site documentation

  • Train staff with uploaded materials and track completion

  • Send instant alerts via SMS, voice, email, and mobile notifications

  • Conduct and log emergency drills with automated reports

  • Access and manage plans remotely via desktop or mobile devices

Martyn’s Law is about more than checking boxes — it's about protecting lives. Whether you manage a small venue or a large public facility, QComm helps you comply with the law while improving real-world safety.

Read the full blog to access your compliance checklist and learn how QComm can support your venue every step of the way.

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