Lord Saville bites back

Article Abstract:

Lord Saville, the UK Law Lord who chaired the Advisory Committee on Arbitration which was largely responsible for the Arbitration Act 1996, has rejected criticisms of this legislation. Opponents of the act have stated that the fact that courts no longer have the power to ignore an arbitration clause and opt for litigation will mean that contractors will no longer agree arbitration clauses in their contracts. Lord Saville has expressed the view that parties are free to agree whatever arbitration clauses they wish. If they choose, they can have no arbitration agreement, or they can have an optional arbitration agreement.

Laws, regulations and rules, Mediation

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Benefits of neutrality

Article Abstract:

The Centre for Dispute Resolution (CEDR) offers an alternative approach to solving contractual disputes by using an independent alternative dispute resolution professional, also known as a neutral. The formal dispute process concentrates on the issues causing the dispute, so that they don't become clouded by other irrelevant factors. A satisfactory conclusion is generally arrived at in much less time using CEDR than with arbitration procedures. The neutral must be suited to the position, however, for the process to be successful.

Management, Practice, Dispute resolution (Law), Centre for Dispute Resolution

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Watching the wasteline

Article Abstract:

The UK construction industry has traditionally given very little consideration to environmental issues. Indeed, the industry has been responsible for a great deal of wastage. It is clear that wastage can be reduced, but only if there is a positive atmosphere in which teamwork can flourish. Disputes will inevitably arise, but it should be possible to manage them so that the minimum amount of time and effort is wasted.

United Kingdom, Construction industry, Environmental aspects

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