Problem statement
Independent venues and event operators face growing safety, safeguarding, licensing and security responsibilities but often lack dedicated compliance staff. Requirements are spread across legislation, local licensing conditions, risk assessments, training providers and sector guidance. Busy operators can miss changes, duplicate training and struggle to demonstrate that staff and freelancers have completed relevant preparation across multiple venues.
Underserved audience
Primary underserved users: - Grassroots and independent venues - Festival and event operators - Venue managers and duty managers - Freelance production and security workers - Promoters - Local authority licensing and safety teams - Universities and student unions operating venues - Training providers
Evidence summary
The consultation found that venues want to remain compliant but are frequently unaware of specific implementation requirements and funding. It proposes a Live Events Safety Passport and proactive direct-to-inbox alerts. The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 introduces preparedness duties for qualifying premises and events. Government guidance describes practical requirements and the Security Industry Authority's regulatory role.
Demand signal
Demand is indicated by: - An explicit regional proposal for a Live Events Safety Passport - New statutory responsibilities affecting public premises and events - Venue demand for concise funding and legislative alerts - High use of freelance and multi-venue workers - Need for consistent welfare and safeguarding training - Potential procurement by venue groups, councils and universities
Competition signal
Competition includes generic LMS platforms, ProtectUK resources, safety consultancies, SIA training, event safety qualifications and compliance management software. The gap is music and live-events-specific orchestration for smaller operators. The product must clearly distinguish learning records and operational evidence from formal legal certification.
Suggested solution
A sector-specific compliance hub that converts live-event safety obligations into role-based actions, training records, venue evidence and portable staff passports, supported by timely regulatory alerts.
Monetisation angle
Indicative pricing: - Small venue: £600–£2,000 per year - Venue group: £5,000–£25,000 per year - Worker passport: £20–£75 per year - Regional subsidised licence: £25,000–£100,000 per year - Training provider integration: £3,000–£15,000 per year - Implementation and document migration: £2,000–£20,000
- lcrmusicboard.co.ukLiverpool City Region Music Board — Keeping Music Venues Thriving Consultation Report
- gov.ukUK Government — Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025
- gov.ukSecurity Industry Authority — Martyn's Law Regulatory Role
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