All Comment articles – Page 164
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CommentA yellow card for penalties?
When two cases on liquidated damages were heard in the Supreme Court, it seemed possible that the law on penalty clauses was to receive a shake-up
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CommentOnline poll: China takeover
Will a Chinese developer acquire a major UK contractor within the next year? Vote here
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CommentHousebuilding: Home delivery
The government is keen to move away from `generation rent’ but are the measures it is putting in place enough to deliver the homes the country needs?
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CommentProtect infrastructure investment
We need to develop proactive strategies to protect ourselves from flooding
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CommentSubcontractor discounts: An offer you should refuse?
Who should benefit from subcontractor discounts? Or are they past their sell-by date?
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CommentInterim payment applications: Henia Investments Inc vs Beck Interiors Ltd
Before Mr Justice Akenhead. Judgment delivered 14 August 2015
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CommentGeorge, the builder
Might the chancellor’s catchphrase of “we are the builders” actually have come good?
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CommentOnline poll: Spending review
Will George Osborne’s announcements on government spending be good for UK construction? Vote here
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CommentA facelift for NEC3
Its role in mitigating disputes was a reason to celebrate the NEC’s 10th birthday this year. But it is also beginning to show signs of age and the time is ripe for a revamp
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CommentSpecs and the City
The City of London has progressed past its original Square Mile perimeter physically. Now what businesses want culturally from the urban landscape has also changed
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CommentSpending review: Providing the detail
While Osborne’s £100bn commitment to infrastructure is good news, all eyes will be on the detail of the Spending Review for greater clarity
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CommentTouching the void
A recent decision shows the consequences of failing to disclose material facts to insurers - dangers the Insurance Act 2015 should help alleviate
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CommentIncorporation by reference: Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Europe Limited vs BAE Systems (Al Diriyah C41) Limited
Before the Master of the Rolls, Lord Justice Briggs, and Lord Justice Bean. Judgment dated 30 July 2015
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CommentMixed messages
Industry sentiment surveys suggests a growing industry while official statistics show declines in activity
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CommentHansom: Let’s get creative
The industry finds many ways to express itself, from a musical property ad, to starring in a TV show, turning a car park into studios, and a straight-up art competition. Even white van men are reinventing themselves
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CommentThe colour of money
How much is really at stake for the sector in next week’s spending announcement?
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CommentOverheating in homes: The hot topic
What is overheating in homes it and how can the industry deal with it?
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CommentNo need for miracles
This cautionary tale around redevelopment of a church shows good housekeeping and communication are key for lenders and project monitors
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CommentOnline poll: Specialist contractors
Would it benefit the industry if specialist contractors worked more directly with clients? Vote here