Why Join the National Events Database?
The Protect Duty (Martyn’s Law) is set to revolutionise safety and security standards for UK venues and events. Whether you’re organising a one-off festival or managing a portfolio of events, you’ll need a way to simplify compliance, stay organised, and demonstrate your commitment to public safety. That’s where the Decision Support Centre’s (DSC) National Events Database comes in.
The database is free to use. It is a secure, centralised, national resource for venues and events, streamlining the collection and management of essential information such as event details, risk profiles, and stakeholder contacts. It enables organisers to prepare for legal obligations including Martyn’s Law, enhances coordination with key stakeholders, and provides a foundation for improved safety, awareness, compliance, and incident response across the UK.
Why does this matter?
By their nature events are location specific and, when running, tend to be inward looking only. The national events database will provide a strategic picture of events in time and place and act as a conduit to national bodies and authorities.
Critically, the Protect Duty is intended to ensure that publicly accessible spaces are better equipped to handle potential security threats, particularly regarding terrorism. Compliance will soon become a legal requirement, with venues and events, depending on which Protect Duty tier they fall into, needing to:
Carry out counter terrorism risk assessments
Develop actionable safety plans
Formally collaborate with local authorities and emergency services
Appoint a competent person to oversee the activity
Implement measures considered "reasonably practicable" to mitigate risk, such as staff training or physical security enhancements.
Many organisers already feel overwhelmed, especially smaller venues or community events. These requirements will add a further burden on organisers.
The national events database will facilitate participation in situational awareness beyond your venue or event perimeter for a multitude of adverse conditions and threats as well as for terrorism.
What Does the National Events Database Do?
The National Events Database is a UK strategic resource that:
Collects and organises essential details: Collects key information about your events, such as dates, location, capacities, risk factors, and stakeholder contacts.
Provides Tailored Guidance: Matches your venue or event to the appropriate Protect Duty tier and signposts resources to help you meet its requirements.
Facilitates Collaboration: Acts as a conduit to key stakeholders, including local authorities, resilience forums, emergency services, and contractors, to streamline planning and communication.
Sets up a ‘beyond the fence’ situational awareness tool: Through a tiered subscription service provided by the Decision Support Centre (DSC) you will be able to benefit from both passive and active monitoring of your event, beyond the fence, as well as access to experts and advisers.
Future-Proofs Your Safety Measures: Ensures you’re not just compliant now but postured for any future changes in legal or safety standards.
How Does It Benefit You?
Save Time and Effort: Eliminate the hassle of navigating complex compliance requirements alone, join the national community of venue and event organisers.
Mitigate Risks: Build a clear and actionable risk profile for your venue or event, ensuring you’re well-prepared.
Protect Your Reputation: Demonstrate to attendees, stakeholders, and regulators that safety is a top priority, and not just for the Protect Duty.
Gain Peace of Mind: Be confident that you are fully informed so that your event meets all legal and safety obligations.
Join the Movement for Safer Events
Submitting your details is free, quick and easy. By acting now, you’ll position yourself ahead of legal changes, build stronger relationships with key stakeholders, and ensure your events run smoothly and securely.
Take the First Step Today (link coming December 2024)
