Catherine Loake leads a broad portfolio of services supporting schools, trusts and local authorities, including finance, HR, technology, governance and strategic risk management.

Working closely with education leaders across Hertfordshire and beyond, Catherine has extensive experience helping schools navigate complex operational, safeguarding and compliance challenges while maintaining a clear focus on the needs of children and young people.

In this session, she will share a practical education sector perspective on Martyn's Law, exploring how schools can approach preparedness in a way that is proportionate, inclusive and grounded in their existing responsibilities for keeping their communities safe.