All Comment articles – Page 18
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What causes construction disputes today?
Conflict over contract interpretation has become far less of a problem on UK construction projects – but design errors are still the leading cause of disputes, shows new research
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For so many reasons, we must focus on the ‘green crap’ now
David Cameron famously said the UK had other priorities and Rishi Sunak was initially reluctant to travel to COP27. Our leaders really have no choice but to take action on climate change, says Thomas Lane
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Lifting the regulation curse
There are sound reasons for compliance with most of the regulations we face in the UK but they must not be allowed to compromise a commitment to quality, Brendan Kilpatrick writes
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Strong and stable? This government is anything but when it comes to energy infrastructure
Doubts over the future of Sizewell C are just the latest manifestation of the mixed messages from the Conservatives over UK energy strategy, writes Peter Sibley
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Testing our mettle - the challenges of driving down our carbon footprint
Too much greenwashing, not enough meaningful change. Christian Mabey of Optima Products considers the industry’s progress on the path to net zero
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It’s back to where we were on planning reform – but the politics has changed
The economy and state of opinion polls for the Conservatives mean we should only expect reforms that will be effective quickly, writes Paul Smith
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Coaching clinic: If in doubt, be more dog
It is important to learn how to communicate assertively, for yourself and your team
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It’s all just LAD stuff
Liquidated damages can be a curious business, and this latest case is no exception. Listen carefully, and I’ll begin …
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How the government can restore confidence and stimulate growth
Rishi Sunak’s election and his appointment of a new Cabinet provides an opportunity for the implementation of long-term solutions to benefit our industry
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Construction nightmares this Halloween
Skeletons and bats can be a genuine challenge if they turn up on a building project. Tristan Wark and Joanne Kelly explain the legal issues
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What a long way we’ve come – and what a long way we still have to go
As she prepares to stand down from RLB’s board and looks back over her 40-year career, Ann Bentley feels optimistic and realistic in equal measure
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Show off construction with Open Doors 2023
Inviting job seekers to visit your sites, offices and factories to is a hugely positive step employers can take, says Anne Pavey at DWP
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Essential law: Termination, part one
Continuing our essential law series and now turning to termination, Andrew Keeley explains when a contract can be terminated for repudiatory breach
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Time to tackle mental health head on: what construction can learn from football
Former England midfielder Trevor Steven now works as a mental health ambassador. He says construction should do more to look after its workers better
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We cannot afford to ignore the biodiversity challenge
World leaders are gathering to discuss protecting our planet’s biodiversity, the construction sector must be ready to respond
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Practical impacts of the Building Safety Act
A recent industry event examined in detail how the new safety legislation will affect the industry in both intended and unintended ways
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We must move faster and be more flexible in our approach to decarbonising concrete
It is vital that we reduce concrete’s carbon content. This requires the industry to embrace a less rigid approach to specification
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How sweeteners sour the procurement process
Where bribery is proven, the procurement process is assumed corrupted – and a company cannot shift blame to the individual
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Timber use stands at a crossroads. TDUK can help you take the correct path
Timber Development UK is the largest timber supply chain body in the UK. Its aim is for timber to become the first choice for any construction project, but how far are we from that goal?
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126 reasons why we should get excited about alliancing
Through collaboration, our industry can work more innovatively and effectively and so rise to some of society’s greatest challenges, says ISG’s Craig Battye