What’s in the Arbitration Bill?
Steven Carey explains the amendments to the Arbitration Act 1996 that are set to come into effect later this year, and their likely effects
Legal abroad: Doing business in Kenya
Our series on operating under foreign jurisdictions turns to Kenya, where a familiar legal system and language, and strong dispute resolution processes make for good opportunities
Building safety case reports explained
The requirement for principal accountable persons to prepare safety case reports under the BSA has now come into force. How can this best be done?
Planning rules relaxed for wave of mini nuclear reactors
With small modular reactors – which can be built quickly offsite – seen as the future of nuclear, the government wants to simplify the relevant planning process
Professional liability may extend further than consultants think
A recent case clarifies what kinds of claims can be made against consultants if they fail in their duties, writes Theresa Mohammed
Ruling means court-ordered alternative dispute resolution extends beyond construction contracts
The appeal court has ruled that parties in any kind of dispute – not just construction – can be court ordered to use alternative dispute resolutions (ADR), explains Tony Bingham
New ruling says late payment may not be grounds for termination
Cash flow is likely to worsen for contractors and subcontractors following a TCC judgment clarifying termination rights relating to late payment
Adjudication: how did it all get so complicated?
Tony Bingham looks at an ordinary adjudication of mind-bending complexity and wonders how this haas become the new norm
What to do if your contractor is in financial difficulty
Louise Garcia sets out the considerations, options and precautions a client can take if a main contractor’s finances look wobbly
The construction year ahead: what can we expect in 2024?
Sheena Sood previews the year ahead in construction law, with some major legislative, contractual and policy changes looming
