Martyn's Law

Keeping Our School Safe 

At Brailsford CE Primary School, the safety of our pupils, staff, and visitors is our highest priority. In line with Martyn’s Law (Protect Duty), we have put measures in place to ensure we are prepared for rare but serious emergencies, including terrorist incidents.

These steps are simple, practical, and designed to keep everyone safe while maintaining a welcoming environment. Please take a moment to read our Security Statement below to understand how we are meeting these requirements and what this means for you when visiting our school.

Martyn’s Law (Protect Duty) – Security Statement

What is Martyn’s Law?

Martyn’s Law, also known as the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, requires publicly accessible premises—including schools—to consider and prepare for the possibility of a terrorist incident. An implementation period of 24 months began after Royal Assent on 3 April 2025. Full enforcement will follow after this period.

Scope & Tier Classification

● Brailsford CE Primary School falls under the Standard Tier of Martyn’s Law.

● All primary schools are classified under this tier, regardless of size or occupancy.

Our Responsibilities

1. Notification

We will notify the Security Industry Authority (SIA) that our school falls under Standard Tier

obligations.

2. Responsible Person

The Headteacher or Deputy headteacher will act as the Responsible Person for compliance.

Preparedness Measures

Under the Standard Tier, we will implement simple, low-cost procedures to reduce harm in the event of a terrorist incident:

● Evacuation plans

● Invacuation plans (safe internal zones)

● Lockdown procedures

● Clear communication protocols for staff, pupils, and authorities

Implementation & Review

● Emergency plans will be reviewed annually and integrated into health & safety and safeguarding procedures.

● Staff training and drills will be conducted regularly to ensure familiarity with protective measures.

Ongoing Support & Compliance

● We will monitor official guidance from the Home Office and SIA via ProtectUK and Gov.uk.

● Advice and support will be sought from local education authorities and the SIA as needed.

● Compliance will be embedded within our governance framework alongside safeguarding and crisis management.

Statement of Commitment

Brailsford CE Primary School is committed to meeting all requirements of Martyn’s Law. We aim to safeguard pupils, staff, and visitors by embedding proportionate, practical measures that enhance our ability to respond effectively to terrorist threats—creating a safer educational environment