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Featured·Martyn's Law·24 October 2026

Martyn's Law: does your pub pass the 200-capacity test?

A quick check to see whether your pub is likely to fall under Martyn's Law, which tier applies, and what to do before the duties are expected to be enforced from April 2027 at the earliest.

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Coverage·24 October 2026·6 min read

Reinstatement value for listed and older pubs: are you underinsured?

Why the buildings sum insured on an old or listed pub should be the cost to rebuild it properly, not what it would sell for, and how the average clause can cut a claim.

Coverage·2 July 2026·7 min read

Pub Public Liability Insurance in the UK (and what 'liquor liability' means)

How public liability, employers' liability and loss of licence cover protect a UK pub against alcohol-related claims, and why the American term 'liquor liability' doesn't really apply here.

Regulation·18 June 2026·6 min read

Martyn's Law: what pubs that host events need to know ahead of 2027

The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 — better known as Martyn's Law — is expected to become enforceable from April 2027 at the earliest. Here's what it actually asks of pubs, and where the line falls between the standard and enhanced tiers.

Regulation·30 May 2026·4 min read

How to count your capacity honestly for Martyn's Law

The line between 'no obligations' and 'standard tier' is 200 people. Here's how to work out where your pub actually sits — and why the fire-safety number isn't the answer.

Coverage·14 April 2026·3 min read

Loss of licence cover: the one policy add-on landlords forget

It's not glamorous and it's rarely claimed on — but a pub without its premises licence is a very expensive building. Here's why loss-of-licence cover earns its place on the schedule.

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Updated 28 Oct, 16:10

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