Martyn’s Law, also known as the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill, was introduced to the House of Commons in September 2024 and is currently progressing through Parliamentary review. This proposed UK-wide legislation will place new security responsibilities on publicly accessible venues with a capacity of over 200 people, including schools, colleges, and other educational settings.
Martyn’s Law: Bodet Time can help you protect your school
How can you start preparing?
To align with the expected requirements of Martyn’s Law, organisations must implement a clear and effective lockdown procedure. This should outline exactly what actions need to be taken and how instructions will be communicated to everyone on site. In the event of an alert, staff and students should be able to respond quickly – whether that means staying put, moving to a safer area, or evacuating entirely.
What should a lockdown procedure include?
A robust lockdown plan goes beyond simply raising an alarm. It should cover practical steps such as securing classrooms, closing blinds, switching off equipment, and accounting for individuals on site. Just as importantly, it should clearly define responsibilities and processes.
When reviewing or creating your procedure, consider key questions such as: Where is the alert system located? How will it be tested? How are instructions communicated? Who is responsible for initiating and managing the response?
Regular training is essential. Staff and pupils should be familiar with the process through routine drills – ideally carried out each term – so that everyone understands their role without hesitation. Access to triggering an alert should be available to senior leaders and designated staff members.
How can DoveComms and Bodet Time help?
At DoveComms, we understand the practical challenges schools and organisations face when preparing for Martyn’s Law. That’s why we install and support Bodet Time’s advanced alerting solutions – designed to deliver clear, immediate communication when it matters most.
These flexible and fully customisable systems help ensure everyone on site knows exactly how to respond in an emergency.
Key features include:
- Instantly trigger tailored alerts across multiple buildings from a central panel, PC or mobile device
- Use pre-recorded messages for clarity and consistency, or make live announcements when needed
- Deliver alerts through multiple channels – including visual displays and high-visibility strobes – to ensure accessibility for all
Are you ready to protect your staff and pupils?
Our team are happy to visit your site and provide a personalised quote for an effective solution.
Contact us on sales@dovecomms.co.uk or call 01509 320420.
