Can Martyn’s Law be met without major construction work?

In many cases, yes—Martyn’s Law is expected to focus on practical and proportionate improvements, rather than requiring extensive or disruptive construction work.

The aim of the legislation is to encourage organisations to take sensible, risk-based steps to improve safety, based on the nature and usage of their site. This means many locations can enhance security using existing layouts and relatively straightforward measures.

Examples of proportionate improvements may include:

• Managing vehicle routes to reduce risk and control movement within the site
• Restricting access points to limit unauthorised entry and improve oversight
• Using removable or demountable barriers where flexibility is required
• Improving signage and awareness to guide behaviour and reduce potential hazards

In practice, not every site will require permanent or intrusive installations. Instead, the focus is on making effective use of available space and introducing measures that are appropriate for the level of risk.

By taking a considered approach, many organisations can meet expected requirements without the need for major structural changes, while still significantly improving overall safety and preparedness.