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Construction Defect Claims on the Rise: Protecting Your Business After the Building Safety Act

The legal landscape surrounding construction defects has changed significantly in recent years. Since the introduction of the Building Safety Act…

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JCT vs NEC Contracts: Choosing the Right Contract for Your Construction Project

Selecting the right construction contract is one of the most important decisions you will make at the outset of any…

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Building Liability Orders Under the Building Safety Act 2022: What Crest v Ardmore Means for Adjudication and Building Safety Claims

One of the key questions surrounding Building Liability Orders (BLOs) under the Building Safety Act 2022 is what the phrase…

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The Fair Work Agency and the Construction Industry: What Construction Employers Need to Know

The Fair Work Agency (“FWA”) was established under the Employment Rights Act 2025 and officially commenced operations on 7 April…

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Collateral Warranties in Construction Contracts

Collateral warranties play a fundamental role in the construction industry, providing a direct contractual link between those responsible for designing…

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Unilateral undertakings vs Section 106 Agreements

Developers today face several difficulties with their projects, namely increasing construction costs, challenging financing conditions and significant planning delays….

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Let There Be Light: When does loss of light become an actionable claim?

Established over centuries, the legal concept of right to light exerts a considerable influence over property law and the construction…

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Payment Pitfalls: Lessons from Vision Construct v Gypcraft

Why payment deadlines matter in construction contracts In the world of construction contracts, timing is everything….

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Construction Look Ahead 2026: What You Need to Know, Key Legislations and Updates

In this article, we outline the key recent and anticipated changes affecting the construction industry in 2026 and consider their…

Commercial Property

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Duty Holder Regime Under the Building Safety Act – Two Years On: What It Means for Your Construction Projects

The duty holder regime was introduced under the Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA) with further provisions set out in the…

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Build Baby Build: Has Labour’s Housing Plan Delivered?

On 12 December 2024, the Labour government unveiled its ambitious roadmap to “get Britain building again,” pledging to deliver 1.5…

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Your Main Contractor Goes Insolvent – What Next?

One of the issues that commonly arise in construction projects with multiple subcontractors is ensuring continued payment and cashflow so…