EC loses its teeth from unfair terms

Article Abstract:

The European Community has reduced the extent of its draft directive on unfair contract terms. The Directive, which has to be implemented by the end of 1994, sets minimum standards only and excludes many of the clauses which were originally affected. The Maastricht Treaty incorporates the principle of subsidiarity into European government. This means that decisions are taken at the lowest possible level. However, the British government could find this is contrary to its plans for local government, health and education policy and attitude to devolution.

Political aspects, Clauses (Law), Contract clauses, Subsidiarity

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Safety Net: consultants and contractors grappling with the Construction (Design and Management) regulations can now computerise the process thanks to a new software suite

Article Abstract:

The construction industry have been attmepting to interpret the meaning of the Construction (Design and Management) regulations, and assessing the effect on their tender prices. A suite of CDM programs has been developed by WMB Building Software Solutions, to help companies address the new legislation. The programs are tailored to suit the needs of the various groups under the regulations.

Usage, Computer programming services, Software development services

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CPD: Construction Products Directive

Article Abstract:

The European Construction Products Directive is summarised and described. The directive is implemented in Britian as the Construction Products Regulations 1991 but is still under development with technical committees working on details of the legislation. Developments in other European directives relating to construction are also listed.

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