The distraught mother of a Manchester Arena bombing victim is calling for tougher anti-terror laws ahead of the election

THE distraught mother of a Manchester Arena attack victim is calling for tougher anti-terror laws ahead of the election.

Figen Murray has campaigned for greater safety in public buildings.

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Her son Martijn Hett29, was one of 22 people killed by a suicide bomber on a Ariana Grande concert year 2017.

She has campaigned for the introduction of Martyn’s Lawfor which locations need to be improved steps to protect the public from attacks.

But she fears time is running out before MPs can approve the proposal the bill before the British go to the polls.

In a letter to the prime minister, Figen, van Manchesterwrote: “Almost a year and a half after we spoke, and seven years since my son was murdered, we are still waiting for this law to be introduced.

“The slow pace of progress risks the bill not passing parliament and I urge you to commit to introducing the Bill in time for the Second World War next one anniversary of Martyn’s murder in two months.

“These anniversaries are not just dates. They are a point in time that will forever haunt the families hurt by them terrorism.”

Last month the Home office launched a consultation on the bill.

Last night a spokesperson said: “We are reviewing the findings to ensure all feedback is fully considered, with a view to introducing the bill as quickly as possible.”