Date: 2 July 2026
Time: 12pm -1pm
Presenter: Samual Hackett BSc (Hons) Geography, MSc Environmental Management and Assessment
Samuel Hackett is a Senior Consultant at Landmark Information Group with 15 years’ worth of experience. He is currently Landmark’s Technical Lead for contaminated land and environmental auditing. A Chartered Environmentalist, he focuses on the technical delivery of environmental due diligence, helping clients navigate environmental risk in property transactions. Known for his pragmatic and commercially aware approach, Samuel combines technical expertise with clear, actionable advice. Alongside his consultancy work, he supports the next generation of professionals as a mentor through the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) mentorship scheme.
Webinar
Preliminary Risk Assessments Explained: A Good Practice Guide
Environmental risk is a long-established consideration in property transactions and development.
This webinar is designed specifically for conveyancers and solicitors, providing a clear and practical overview of preliminary risk assessments and environmental due diligence audits.
The session will draw on real-world examples to illustrate how environmental risks are identified and communicated in practice, highlighting common issues and areas where due diligence can fall short.
It will cover what these assessments involve, the key legislation and guidance that informs them, and what should be included to ensure they are robust, proportionate, and defensible.
By the end of the webinar, attendees will:
- Understand the purpose and scope of preliminary environmental risk assessments
- Be familiar with the relevant legal and technical framework
- Recognise what constitutes good practice in environmental due diligence
- Gain insight into how these assessments are carried out on Site and translated into reporting
- Will be provided with practical insight to support better decision-making and ensure that environmental considerations are appropriately addressed within the conveyancing process
Microsoft Teams meeting
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