Martyn's Law for Corporate Lawyers: Governance, Due Diligence & Commercial Risk

Introduction

Martyn's Law received Royal Assent on 3 April 2025 and commencement is anticipated in Spring 2027.

This short webinar explains which organisations may fall within scope of the legislation and the relevant legal obligations that apply. Corporate solicitors and advisors will learn how to apply this understanding to the governance of impacted companies and to due diligence on any relevant target company.

What You Will Learn

This webinar will cover the following:

• An overview of Martyn's Law and its objectives
• Which organisations and transactions are likely to be affected
• The statutory requirements:
  • Standard tier
• Home Office guidance published April 2026
• SIA guidance
• Summary of key governance questions
• Compliance checklist