Overview

In accordance with the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, also known as Martyn’s Law, and the UK’s CONTEST counter-terrorism strategy, this section outlines the measures implemented to mitigate terrorism-related risks at the Great Western Tattoo Show (GWTS) 2025.

Event Classification

Under Martyn’s Law, events are categorized based on capacity:

• Standard Duty Premises: 200–799 individuals

• Enhanced Duty Premises: 800+ individuals

GWTS anticipates up to 1,000 attendees per day, categorizing it as an Enhanced Duty Event. Therefore, the following measures are implemented:

Threat Assessment

Potential threats include:

• Marauding Terrorist Attack (MTA): Armed individuals causing harm

• Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs)

• Vehicle as a Weapon (VAW)

• Fire as a Weapon

• Chemical, Biological, Radiological, or Nuclear (CBRN) attacks

Mitigation Measures

Deter:

• Visible security presence by trained ETMs

• Public awareness through signage and announcements

Detect:

• Staff trained to identify suspicious behavior (SCaN principles)

• Regular sweeps of the venue for unattended items

Delay:

• Controlled access points with ticket checks

• Physical barriers to prevent unauthorized vehicle access

Mitigate:

• Adherence to the venue’s Fire Safety Policy

• Availability of first aid and biohazard kits

Respond:

• Clear communication channels among staff via radios

• Established evacuation procedures in coordination with Steam Museum staff

Training and Preparedness

All ETMs will have completed ACT Awareness and SCaN training

Regular briefings conducted by the DSI and OM

Incident Register maintained on-site by the OM

Coordination with Authorities

Collaboration with local police and emergency services

Compliance with guidance from the Security Industry Authority (SIA)