World’s first Low Emission Zone introduced in London

From 1 September 2015, non-road mobile machinery (NRMM) used in construction projects in London will be required to meet new engine emissions standards based upon those set out in EU Directive 97/68/EC.

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State of play table 204

This table, prepared by Clyde & Co, provides a regularly amended guide to new and proposed legislation that will affect the construction industry. In addition to EU Directives and UK legislation, the table includes notes highlighting discussion papers issued by both government and non-government organisations, and commentary on the latest developments.

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The rush to build: challenges of the development sector

Guest editor Will Cooper of Clyde & Co sees benefits and potential problems from the growing use of pre-construction service periods. Robust contractual protection is vital for all parties, he warns.

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Legal terms explained: Bias

Bias The rules of natural justice dictate that every party has the right to a fair hearing before an impartial tribunal. Such rules are considered so fundamental in a fair legal system that a failure to observe them should render a decision null and void.

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Squaring a jurisdictional circle

In our latest alternative dispute resolution series article Will Cooper of Clyde & Co examines a court decision that supports the commercial purpose of contracts in deciding on arbitral jurisdiction.

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Danger danger … and the duty to warn

Julie Teal and Suriya Edwards of Withers report on a case that offers guidance on the scope of a consultant’s duty to warn, but also touches on a range of other issues like property interests, professional team selection and health and safety.

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Excessive costs budget targeted by court

Mark Lawrence, Senior Counsel at Macfarlanes, reports on a recent costs management related ruling that shows the determination of the courts to curb runaway litigation costs. Court management cut costs by almost 50% in the case analysed here.

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Contribution in insurance

Insurance expert John D Wright of JD Risk Associates explains how insurance policies seek to ensure that policyholders do not profit from their insured losses. Don’t be caught out by anomalies, he warns.

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Supreme Court rules on overpayments

Louise Elmes of Fieldfisher examines the implications of a Supreme Court decision that is applicable to all contracts that come under the ‘Construction Act’. Successful parties in particular could be affected by it.

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Green Investment Bank to be privatised

The Secretary of State for Business, Innovations and Skills, Sajid Javid, has confirmed that that the government will proceed with plans to bring private capital into the Green Investment Bank (GIB).

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