PRESS RELEASE:
Clarion launches Digital Alerts solution to help schools prepare for Martyn’s Law – without ripping and replacing
“The Clarion Digital Alert System is cost effective, easy to install, and easy to manage.”
Anja Shaw – Compliance Officer, Saint Felix School
Integration-first, jargon-free support that links existing PA, Teams, phones and signage with calm communication protocols.
London, UK – 11th September 2025
Clarion Communication Management has launched a flexible Digital Alerts model to help education settings prepare for Martyn’s Law without overcomplicating their infrastructure. With the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 now passed but not yet in force, schools and colleges are beginning to plan – and communication is proving the most natural first step.
Proportionate Preparedness
The Act received Royal Assent in April 2025. It is expected to be implemented no sooner than Spring 2027, with at least 24 months of preparatory time. The Security Industry Authority (SIA) will act as the regulator and many education leaders are choosing to act now to improve preparedness in proportionate ways.
A recent termly survey data suggests that around 26% of primary and 36% of secondary schools have already run invacuation or lockdown drills – showing growing awareness, even while real incidents remain very rare.
“Around 26% of primary and 36% of secondary schools have already run invacuation or lockdown drills.”
Clarion’s approach starts by assessing what’s already in place – from paging systems to Microsoft Teams – and then adds one-touch triggers, approved messaging scripts, and drill cadence support. By working with existing infrastructure, Clarion ensures alerts reach the right people across the school site without creating technical sprawl or complexity.
Jim Eagers, Head of Marketing at Clarion Communication Management explains: “Martyn’s Law calls for proportionate, practical procedures. That doesn’t mean ripping anything out. We start with what’s in place, integrate it, and add Digital Alerts as the glue. One trigger, consistent wording, and people reached fast – without over-engineering.”
“Martyn’s Law calls for proportionate, practical procedures. Add Digital Alerts as the glue.”
Top communication challenges schools are facing:
- No unified trigger point across PA, Teams, mobiles, signage, and phones
- Confusion over wording, roles, and responsibilities during drills or live events
- No clear logs of actions for compliance or safeguarding audits
Anja Shaw, Compliance Officer at Suffolk-based Saint Felix School – an independent school catering for both boarders and day pupils – was under pressure to find a fast, affordable solution. Anja said, “We urgently needed a solution for an alert system to ensure we are set for Martyn’s Law,” she added, “The Clarion Digital Alert System is cost-effective, easy to install, and easy to manage.”
About Clarion Communication Solutions
Clarion Communication Management is a trusted provider of IT, telecoms and cloud services across over 500 UK education establishments. From small primary schools to multi-site colleges, Clarion helps institutions simplify their digital infrastructure, stay connected and meet compliance with confidence.
