Martyn's Law officially became UK law on 3rd April 2025, giving establishments until April 2027 to meet new public safeguarding regulations set by the SIA (Security Industry Authority). These requirements introduce standard and enhanced tiers to ensure that protective measures are in place to deter and respond to potential terrorist threats effectively.
In our first blog of this series, we explore what Martyn's Law means for safeguarding and how we at Videcon can help you deliver solutions that meet the new standards.
Find out more about this in our first blog in this series.
Safeguarding Schools
Schools and educational facilities will be among the key establishments affected, with safeguarding requirements extending beyond everyday safety to include counter-terror prevention.
This presents a vital opportunity for installers to work closely with education providers, ensuring sites are equipped with reliable surveillance, access control and communication systems that meet the enhanced security expectations.
Identifying Security Needs
When it comes it engaging with schools and other education establishments, a proactive and consultative approach is key.
We suggest starting by reaching out to the facility managers, safeguarding leads, MATs and headteachers to offer a free site assessment and make sure they have undertaken their terrorism risk assessment. This opens the door for a conversation around their current security action plan, potential risks and how to enhance safety in line with the upcoming legal obligations.
If building plans or site layouts are available, these can be invaluable, allowing us to provide you with more precise guidance on where security measures are most needed. Understanding each site's unique challenges will enable you to propose relevant solutions and build trust as a knowledgeable partner.
Condition Improvement Fund (CIF)
The Condition Improvement Fund (CIF) is dedicated to helping schools undertake projects that ensure their building remain safe, prioritising initiatives that ensure their buildings remain safe, piroritising initatives that address health and safety compliance. This fund presents a valuable opportunity for educational institutions to obtain financial support for critical safeguarding enhancements. Eligible upgrades include access control, intruder alarms, CCTV and lockdown systems to strengthen site security.
Security installers working with schools should be aware that these funded projects present a growing pipeline of work, especially as education sites, along with all other venues, need to meet compliance deadlines ahead of April 2027 or risk fines.
To find out more about how CIF works, click here
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/condition-improvement-fund
Our Manufacturers
To support compliance with Martyn's Law and strengthen public safeguarding, leading manufacturers are rolling out innovative security solutions designed to meet both standard and enhanced tier requirements.
From advanced surveillance systems to intelligent across control and detection technologies, these products are engineered to help you, the installer, deliver robust, compliant and future-ready security set-ups.
Below, we highlight some of the latest offerings that can help you meet the new regulations with confidence.
Luminite ALERTEX
The ALERTEX wireless critical alert system created a seamless mesh network across a site, using flashing beacons and sounders or wireless voice messaging units to deliver clear, distinct alerts that won't be confused with existing fire alarm systems.
When any device is triggered, it instantly activates all connected units within range. Alerts can be initiated via local call-points, key fobs, or remotely through the ALERTEX web portal and IP bridge.
This full self-contained system operates without the need for any wiring or cabling, making it ideal for rapid deployment across educational and commercial environments.
ALETEX Factsheet
UNV Multiview
UNV (Unlimited New View) Multiview dual-lens CCTV technology, when paired with advanced people and vehicle access control systems, enhances student safety by securing campus entrances and exits.
This combination helps prevent unauthorised entry, while any unusual after-hours access is automatically recorded and triggers an alert.
Comprehensive personnel access logs are stored for quick retrieval and streamlined attendance management.
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Rapid and accurate personnel access control with multiple authentication methods.
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ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition) enables smooth, automated vehicle entry and exit.
Find out more about UNV’s campus safety technology.
Netgenium
Every element of the Netgenium lockdown system is built around one powerful question.
"How can we keep children, staff, visitors and the public safer - faster?"
This IP-based solution works with your existing network infrastructure, avoiding the need for extra cabling or costly rewiring, making installation fast, simple and budget-friendly.
A lockdown can be activated via:
- Physical Buttons
- PoE Touch Screen
- Networked Devices
- IP Phones
- Card Readers
Whether safeguarding a single school, an entire trust or multiple campuses. Netgenium puts complete visibility and control into the installer's hands, all from one central interface.
Compliant Safeguarding Solutions
Martyn's Law represents a significant step forward in public safeguarding, with schools now facing heightened responsibilities to protect students, staff and visitors from potential threats.
For installers, this creates an important opportunity to provide expert guidance, implement advanced security solutions and support educational establishments in achieving compliance before the April 2027 deadline.
By leveraging cutting-edge systems from trusted manufacturers like Luminite, UNV, Netgenium, and many more, installers can deliver comprehensive, reliable, and future-ready security setups that address each site's unique needs.
Working proactively with schools not only ensures safety but also positions installers as valued partners in safeguarding the next generation.