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REPORTS FROM THE COURTS
October 2024Our latest round up the court decisions of most interest to construction comes from Andrew Croft, Benjamin Spannuth and Daniela Miklova, who look at a Court of Appeal ruling relating to termination rights; and another that says true value adjudications cannot commence before the amount awarded in a previous adjudication regarding a dispute in the… Read More >
Innovation abounds opportunities for growth in the global MGA market
October 2024Available to read now! The first Global Insurance Law Connect (GILC) report on the Managing General Agent (MGA) market. MGAs have long been a thriving part of the mainstream global insurance market, providing a unique environment for new insurance ideas and allowing small teams to innovate and demonstrate agile approaches to service and claims. MGAs… Read More >
Subsidy Control: Lessons from the National Theatre’s £26 Million Grant
September 2024Introduction The application of the Subsidy Control Act 2022 (SCA) often requires a careful balancing exercise between protecting competition and supporting projects with a public interest, such as cultural initiatives. The grant of subsidies from public resources to enterprises in competitive markets can lead to distortions and unfair advantages. On the other hand, the continuation… Read More >
Procurement Lessons Unlearned: Grenfell Tower and the Risks of the Procurement Act 2023
September 2024Introduction One of the lesser explored lessons from the Grenfell Tower tragedy of 14 June 2017 is how failures in the procurement process contributed to the inadequate construction standards, poor regulatory oversight, and ultimately unacceptable shortcomings in safety standards. The disaster resulted in 72 deaths and brought to light numerous safety violations, particularly regarding the… Read More >
ISG goes into administration
September 2024According to press reports, subsidiaries of main contractor ISG have gone into administration. We understand this affects ISG Construction Limited (CRN: 00450103), ISG Engineering Services Limited (CRN: 10289327), ISG Retail Limited (CRN: 02721627), ISG UK Retail Limited (CRN: 04491779), ISG Jackson Limited (CRN: 00767259) and ISG Central Services Limited (CRN: 02997684). At the time of… Read More >
Steps to create a safer culture and future for the construction industry – recent updates and has enough been done?
September 2024Introduction The Construction Leadership Council (“CLC”) published a report on “Creating Safe Buildings: Delivering safety, competence, and quality“[1] in late August 2024 (the “CLC Report”). The CLC Report preceded publication of the significant and highly anticipated Phase 2 “Report into the fire at Grenfell Tower on 14 June 2017” on 4 September 2024[2] (the “Grenfell… Read More >
How to Embed Sustainable Innovations and Digital Transformations in Construction Contracts
September 2024The built environment plays a major role in the health of earth’s environment, and green-construction initiatives can significantly improve global sustainability. The adoption of green initiatives is not without its challenges but, with the support of world leading Employers keen to meet sustainability targets, we have seen significant growth in the use of sustainable construction… Read More >
HOW TO MANAGE REDUCTIONS TO THE SCOPE OF WORKS
September 2024Claire Miller, Managing Partner and Jeremy Russell, Senior Associate at Beale & Co, discuss the legal nuances involved in managing reductions to the scope of works in construction contracts. This article was first published by Construction News Middle East. CW_Aug2024_38-39_Beale Co_13346234_V2
When does time start to run on a contractor insolvency claim under a NHBC new homes policy?
September 2024The Technology and Construction Court recently delivered helpful judicial guidance on when an insured’s cause of action under an the NHBC ‘Buildmark Choice’ policy, providing cover for contractor insolvency before practical completion arises. The judgment in Peabody Trust v National House-Building Council [2024] EWHC 2063 (TCC)[1] concerns an application for summary judgment, or strike out,… Read More >
GRENFELL TOWER INQUIRY: PHASE 2 REPORT – Summary of main findings
September 2024Introduction On 4 September 2024, the Grenfell Tower Inquiry published its highly anticipated Phase 2 Report into the fire at Grenfell Tower on 14 June 2017 (the “Report”)[1]. At the centre of this is the significant human tragedy – the fire resulted in 72 deaths, injuring and impacting many others. The Public Inquiry’s Phase 1… Read More >