UK venues to implement terrorism protection plans under new law
New legislation in the UK requires venues with a capacity of over 200 to implement enhanced safety measures against terrorist attacks, following the 2017 Manchester Arena incident. The law, known as Martyn's Law, imposes specific training and security requirements based on venue size, aiming to improve preparedness and security in public establishments. Industry leaders express support for the law while cautioning about potential financial impacts on the nightlife sector, which has already seen numerous closures due to rising operational costs.
Published on Monday, September 16, 2024 at 12:13 PM
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