JCT moves towards hard-nosed definition of contract rights

Article Abstract:

JCT's standard form of construction contract is discussed with two approaches. One view point has too many people spending time on the clauses changing simple words to ensure a cohesive result, the other view point is that the standard forms is negotiations between rival industry interests and the result is an absolute compromise.

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The future of adjudication is still unclear because of politics

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The Statutory Future of Adjudication gives industrial review into construction practices and incorporates numerous changes in contracting like the 28-day adjudication for construction disputes and many others. However, a new construction minister with different priorities tends to sideline the review.

United Kingdom, Legal issues & crime, Government regulation (cont), Government regulation, Public affairs, Other Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities, Patents & copyrights, Legal/Government Regulation, State Safety NEC, Laws, regulations and rules, Political activity, Construction law, Intellectual property, Cabinet officers, Cabinet officials

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King's cross chunnel link faces up to complex site restrictions

Article Abstract:

The Channel tunnel rail link redevelopment at King's cross comprises three distinct projects, each of which presents its own problems. The development of the main ticket hall, floor retiling, issues with the contractor are some of the problems that are confronted with today.

Tunnel lining

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