Martyn’s Law: Anti-terrorism security rules for venues to be introduced after Figen Murray campaign

(ITV) Public venues must ensure stronger protection against terrorism under a new law introduced following the campaign of the mother of a Manchester Arena bombing victim.

Martyn Hett, 29, was one of 22 people killed during the attack at the end of an Ariana Grande concert on 22 May 2017.

After Martyn’s death his mother, Figen Murray, has tirelessly campaigned to ensure public venues and local authorities have preventative action plans against terror attacks.

Now, after four years, the legislation known as Martyn’s Law is set to be introduced with the government planning to publish draft legislation in early spring.

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said he is committed to working with Ms Murray to improve security measures at public venues.

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