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Hey there WhatsApp! The building blocks of a valid construction contract: a recent Court ruling

In the recent case of Jaevee Homes Limited (“Jaevee”) v Mr Steve Fincham (t/a Fincham Demolition) (“Fincham”) [2025] EWHC 942…
1 year ago
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Trade Tensions and Their Impact on UK Property Development

Global trade policy has once again taken centre stage, with the reintroduction of protectionist tariffs—particularly by the U.S.—raising fresh questions…
1 year ago
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Constructing a new way to work – can flexible working work for construction too?

Since 6 April 2024, employees have had the statutory right to request flexible working from day one of employment. In…
1 year ago
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Downing Tools – Can a Contractor Suspend Works? Your Rights and Risks Explained

If you are a contractor facing non-payment on a construction project, the question that often arises is whether you can…
1 year ago
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John Sisk And The Allocation Of Risk

The recent case of John Sisk and Son Ltd v Capital & Centric (Rose) Ltd [2025] EWHC 594 (TCC) provides…
1 year ago
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Planning and Infrastructure Bill – Key Takeaways

The UK government has introduced the Planning and Infrastructure Bill to accelerate the construction of 1.5 million homes and key…
1 year ago
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Retentions in construction – retention or tension?

Retentions have long been a staple of construction contracts, providing employers with security to ensure performance compliance and defect rectification….
1 year ago
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Building Beyond Boundaries: New Duty to Prevent Sexual Harassment

From Saturday 26 October 2024, the law will require employers to take proactive steps to prevent sexual harassment….
2 years ago
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Personal Guarantees in Construction

Signing a personal guarantee as a company director is often necessary when securing financing or if you need to enlist…
2 years ago
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Last Chance to Comment: Reforms to the National Planning Policy Framework

The new government have promised to build 1.5 million new homes over the next five years. These ambitious plans will…
2 years ago
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Insulating Construction Contracts from Insolvent Contractors

The Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT) publishes standard forms of building contracts that are used on many construction projects in England…
2 years ago
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Building Beyond Boundaries: Foundations for Gender Equality

Welcome to the first article in the Building Beyond Boundaries series. In this series of articles our employment law team…
2 years ago