Martyn's law: New measures to keep venues safe from terror attacks

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Martyn's law: New measures to keep venues safe from terror attacks
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The laws follow a campaign run by Figen Murray whose son was among 22 people killed in the 2017 Manchester Arena bombing.

"Martyn's law will change that. Most of us already thought such a law existed, it's a common sense step that will save lives in the future."

"We are in complete agreement with campaigners such as Figen Murray on the importance of venues and public spaces having effective and proportionate protective security and preparedness measures to keep people safe."The news has been welcomed by the group in charge of security at Canary Wharf financial area in London.

Large cities and future urban planning have already adapted to an increased and changing terrorism threat.Stone balustrades have been built along Whitehall in Westminster to perform the same function, albeit more discreet and in keeping with the surrounding buildings.New sporting stadiums have anti-terror measures built in to help the flow of large crowds. Iron cannons at Arsenal's Emirates stadium look like part of the architecture but they also stop car bombs from getting too close.

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