How to improve mediation uptake?

In our latest alternative dispute resolution series article Malcolm Gunnyeon of Dentons UK and Middle East LLP reports on the introduction of a Mediation Bill in Scotland.

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Legal terms explained – What is delay?

In the context of construction projects, ‘delay’ to the project usually means a period of time which extends actual completion beyond the originally planned completion date.

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New and proposed legislation: State of play table 244

This table, prepared by Dentons UK and Middle East LLP, 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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Quality counts

UK builders are subject to multiple building regulations that set minimum standards for design, construction and alterations to buildings. However, anyone can set up as a builder or tradesperson regardless of their skills or experience.

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Concrete firms fined £36m for cartel activity

Three concrete products firms have been hit with fines totalling more than £36m for breaking competition law by taking part in an illegal cartel.

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Call to create fair economy through procurement

Government should use public procurement more strategically to shape the wider economy, embed social value and level the playing field for small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs), a report from cross-party political think tank Demos urges.

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News in Brief: November 2019

Plans to establish an independent building safety regulator to oversee new and modernised regulatory regimes for building safety and construction products – developed in the wake of the Grenfell Tower fire – were confirmed in October’s Queen’s Speech.

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Construction safety test staff bribed for answers

Staff at construction health and safety test centres in Cheshire, Essex and London have been caught giving answers to candidates – some of whom are believed to be working in the country illegally – in reward for bribes.

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HS2 introduces standard pre-qualification system

Four of High Speed 2’s biggest contractors will introduce a standardised pre-qualification system for subcontractors in an effort to streamline the procurement process, reduce costs and boost productivity, it has been announced.

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