Background There has been a lot of online chat in the last few weeks as to whether a collateral warranty can be a construction contract and as such can be the subject of an adjudication. This chat has followed the decision the Court of Appeal in the case of Abbey Healthcare (Mill Hill) Ltd v…
Background Growing awareness of the role of our built environment and green space in tackling carbon emissions is also shaping attitudes to the way commercial property is developed and managed. Investors and developers who understand the need for green space around their buildings are finding they may have a commercial advantage. The green credentials of…
Background Have you ever signed a contract which seemed to be perfectly clear, straightforward and reasonable at the time it was agreed, but which later turned out to be ambiguous in important respects or which gave rise to unintended and arguably unfair results? If so, you are not alone. Indeed, in our experience, many construction…
The Covid-19 outbreak continues to present serious problems for construction firms. With the end of the pandemic seemingly in sight, a surge in construction projects since the easing of the various lockdowns has seen a drastic increase in the demand for materials – including timber, steel and electrical components – which, according to the Construction…
What is it? With effect from Monday 1 March 2021 fundamental changes to the VAT system will take place. Described as ‘Reverse VAT’ these changes are going have an immediate impact on the UK Construction Industry. The new regime will affect any construction firms which provide specified services which are governed by the Construction Industry…
It is likely that COVID-19 will affect many Construction Projects throughout the UK. Whilst the Government’s advice is in effect to “Keep Calm and Carry On” it is hard to see how the Construction Industry is not going to be affected. Even if the country, or at least major cities are not put in “lockdown”…