Measuring the loss

Insurance expert John D Wright of JD Risk Associates looks at how insurers view indemnity, which underpins property and liability insurance. Specialist construction insurance brokers could be consulted for advice, he advises, some of whom will also assist in the negotiation of claims.

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When is the best time to mediate in construction litigation?

In our latest ADR series article Tracey Summerell and Akin Akinbode of Dentons UK and Middle East LLP ask when is the best time to mediate?

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Legal terms explained: Repudiatory breach and construction contracts

The term ‘repudiatory breach’ refers to a refusal or failure by a party to perform a contractual obligation which goes to the root of a contract, entitling the other party to terminate the contract and claim damages.

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Government launches Water White Paper

A chief engineer will sit inside the new water regulator that will replace OFWAT for the first time in some 20 years, says the government in a Water White Paper.

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Whistleblowing appeal heads for Supreme Court

Notice of Appeal has been filed at the Supreme Court in the case of Rice v Wicked Vision by Old Square Chambers following the successful grant of Permission to Appeal in a case that aims to clarify the law surrounding whistleblowing.

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Costs no longer top concern in disputes

Costs are no longer the main concern for companies when bringing claims in disputes, according to a survey from Shoosmiths.

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News in Brief, Jan/Feb 2026

The Scottish Government has issued a Call for Evidence as part of its review of building standards and guidance relating to fire safety.

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Architects call for fundamental reform of Scottish procurement

The Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) has welcomed the Scottish Government’s recent consultation on raising tender threshold values under the Procurement Reform (Scotland) Act 2014 but has called for fundamental reform of construction procurement in Scotland. RIAS is calling for significant reform or replacement of the Procurement Reform (Scotland) Act 2014.

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