Crime does not pay

Article Abstract:

It is important for anyone who is considering becoming party to an unlawful contract to be aware that this action means that any rights which may exist in that contract are forfeited. This was highlighted in a recent case in which a builder made a claim against a school which had not paid him in full for repairs. The builder had made a verbal agreement with the school principal to add 1,000 pounds sterling to his estimate, as the bill would be paid by the school's insurers. The court ruled that the builder and the school principal were both guilty of attempting to defraud the insurance company, and that the builder had no right to further payment.

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Getting rid of the old bill

Article Abstract:

The UK 1998 Construction Act includes new regulations for paying bills which will take time to become fully integrated into the construction industry. The new rules may be difficult to follow in some places but they should make paying bills more straight forward. The new rules should be used in Wales, Scotland and England from May 1, 1998. A green note is sent to a contractor saying how much is going to be paid but if some of the cash will not be paid an amber notice is sent, with details why the money is being withheld. Without an amber notice the contractor can send a red notice and stop work.

United Kingdom, Laws, regulations and rules, Contractors

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The joy of specs

Article Abstract:

Good quality craftsmanship is being undermined in the UK construction industry by the low standards set out in contracts. The industry has been critisiced for failing to reach high enough standards in both productivity and customer satisfaction. Contracts should specifically state a high level of workmanship required for completing the project, putting the emphasis on craftsman to meet standards set out in the tender.

Standards, Construction workers

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