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Reforming MMC IP Management: Recent Industry Recommendations to Unlock Innovation and Scalability Across Projects
April 2026The CIRIA/Buildoffsite guidance on Intellectual Property Management for Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) provides a framework for addressing the intellectual property (IP) challenges that impede innovation, scalability and investment within the sector. A recent roundtable facilitated by Andrew Croft of Beale & Co and Nigel Fraser of BUILDOFFSITE brought together key industry stakeholders to explore… Read More >
AI in Litigation and Contempt of Court- Your Home Partners v Kellichan and Hood [2026]
April 2026The recent Sherrif Court decision of Your Home Partners v Michael William Kellichan and Michelle Hood [2026] SC KDY 34 has highlighted the risks of “reckless reliance” on Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) in litigation. The sheriff has issued a strong warning that failure to properly verify AI-assisted outputs may amount to a contempt of court. The… Read More >
Britain aligns with the EU on the regulation of construction products – why is this important?
April 2026In recent years, a combination of organic and innovative advancement in the construction industry, as well as disaster events such as the Grenfell Tower fire, have been the catalyst for a paradigm shift towards more stringent regulation concerning both the manufacturing and use of construction products. One recent development in construction product regulation in the… Read More >
What Big Tech’s nuclear power strategy means for construction and delivery
April 2026A series of recent announcements highlight a clear trend: major technology companies are turning to nuclear energy to meet the escalating power demands of AI and data centres. While the strategic rationale is compelling, the implications for project delivery and the construction industry are complex. A step change in demand for nuclear infrastructure In the… Read More >
Crest Nicholson v Ardmore: High Court clarifies scope of Building Liability Orders under the Building Safety Act
April 2026Quick read The High Court’s recent decision in Crest Nicholson Regeneration Ltd & Others v Ardmore Construction Ltd (in administration) & Others[1] provides an extensive judicial analysis of the Building Liability Order (BLO) regime under sections 130–131 of the Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA). The judgment confirms that: Anticipatory BLOs may be granted before any… Read More >
Greater Glasgow Health Board v Multiplex Construction (Europe) Limited – Inner House
April 2026Background The Inner House recently published its judgment in the reclaiming motion (appeal) brought by Greater Glasgow Health Board (“GGHB”) against Multiplex Construction Europe Limited & others (“Multiplex”) following the 2025 decision by the Commercial Judge in the Outer House. The background and details of the decision of the Outer House are set out in… Read More >
Mazur Reversed: Court of Appeal Creates a Responsibility-Based Approach to Litigation
April 2026Overview The Court of Appeal’s decision in CILEX v Mazur provides much needed clarity on the meaning of “carrying on the conduct of litigation” under the Legal Services Act 2007 (the LSA). It overturns a High Court ruling that had cast doubt over the way that many law firms operate, and particularly the use of… Read More >
Government’s Contract Management Playbook: Key Takeaways
April 2026The Cabinet Office recently published The Contract Management Playbook¹ (Playbook) containing guidance for managing public contracts from planning and procurement through to delivery and exit. For the UK construction sector, the Playbook provides information around how contracting authorities are expected to plan and manage public works projects and relationships. While the earlier Construction Playbook² covered… Read More >
The Income Tax (Construction Industry Scheme) (Amendment) Regulations 2026: What Construction Businesses Need to Know
April 2026The UK government has confirmed targeted amendments to the Construction Industry Scheme (“CIS”), set to come into force next week on 6 April 2026. The changes focus on simplifying administration and reducing erroneous penalties, rather than overhauling the core structure of CIS. Two key reforms stand out: A new statutory exemption for payments made to… Read More >
Global Vantage: PRC Shake UP – The revised Arbitration Law of the People’s Republic of China comes into force
March 2026Earlier this month, a new Arbitration Law of the People’s Republic of China (“PRC Arbitration Law”) came into force, resulting in the first major changes to China’s arbitration framework since 1995. Seeking to modernise its arbitration regime, the reforms address arbitration seat recognition, streamlined processes and the impact of operating in the ever-expanding digital world.… Read More >