Laura Burton

Laura Burton is Head of Safety & Compliance at Peaks & Plains Trust, bringing extensive experience in property compliance, building safety and health and safety within the social housing sector. A Chartered Surveyor (MRICS), Laura leads on a broad range of safety and compliance disciplines, with a particular focus on regulatory assurance, risk management, governance and continuous improvement. She is passionate about translating complex regulatory requirements into practical, effective solutions that protect residents, support colleagues and deliver lasting improvements in safety and service quality.

Laura believes that effective compliance goes beyond meeting statutory obligations; it requires strong leadership, clear accountability and a proactive culture in which safety is embedded in everyday decision-making.