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Construction Partner write from Construction News – ‘The complex nature of remedial works’

In her latest article for Construction News, Construction Team Partner Natalie Pilagos explores the reasons why seven years on from Grenfell the pace of cladding remediation is slower than hoped,… Read more →

Building Safety Act

When will it be just and equitable to make a Remediation Contribution Order under Section 124 of the Building Safety Act 2022?

The Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA) gives the First-tier Tribunal (FTT) the power to make a Remediation Contribution Order (RMO) against a wide range of parties to contribute to the … Read more →

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Update: Olympic East Village and the Battle for the Moral High Ground

Key takeaways from article: Becoming the parent company of a developer through acquisition is sufficient for a party to be viewed as an ‘associated person’ – potentially making them liable … Read more →

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Enforcement powers under the BSA during the in-construction phase

Introduction The construction industry is undergoing a transformative shift with the implementation of the Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA). As part of these reforms, the BSA introduced a regime that … Read more →

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RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPERS-THE RESPONSIBLE ACTORS SCHEME

The Building Safety (Responsible Actors Scheme and Prohibitions) Regulations 2023 (“the RAS Regulations”) to establish the Responsible Actors Scheme (“RAS”) for residential developers has become law as of 3 July 2023 … Read more →

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Compliance with Building Regulations – absolute or subject to reasonable skill and care?

Following the important decision in Martlet Homes Ltd v Mulalley & Co Ltd [2022] (see our summary here), LDC (Portfolio One) Ltd v George Downing Construction Ltd and European Sheeting Ltd [2022] EWHC 3356 … Read more →

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THE BUILDING SAFETY ACT 2022 – 10 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

The Building Safety Act (“BSA“) has a significant impact on building owners and all those involved in real estate development. We set out below the top ten things you need … Read more →

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Government signals first use of new powers under the Building Safety Act 2022

The Building Safety Act 2022 has introduced new powers in relation to building remediation which came into force on 28 June 2022. These powers can be used to require landlords, developers and … Read more →

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Some clarity on defective cladding claims?

There has been a significant decision from the Technology and Construction Court in Martlet Homes Ltd v Mulalley & Co Ltd [2022] EWHC 1813 (TCC) (14 July 2022) which will be highly … Read more →

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Adjudication: Part 5 – What is a construction contract?

In the last of our series on adjudication, we will look at when the right to adjudication arises. When does the right to adjudication apply? Whether adjudication is mentioned in … Read more →

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THE BUILDING SAFETY ACT 2022

The Building Safety Act 2022 (“the Act”), the biggest reform of building safety regulation in UK history, received Royal Assent on 28 April 2022. The Act is a response to … Read more →

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Building Magazine: Gove intervention on ITV studios leaves many wondering which scheme is next in firing line

Partner Natalie Pilagos shares her thoughts on the news that Michael Gove has effectively halted plans to turn the former ITV studios on London’s South Bank into office space by … Read more →

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Adjudication: Part 4 – The Decision

In this five part series, we examine the primary dispute resolution forum for construction disputes – adjudication. We will answer some frequently asked questions in relation to adjudication. Last time we discussed the … Read more →

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Legal Moves – April 2022

This article was originally published in Legal Moves V18.06, 15th April 2022 issue.

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Adjudication: Part 3 – The Adjudicator

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Wedlake Bell: Multiple Appointments – New Law Journal

Pleased to share the appointment of Adam Betts (IP and Commercial), Harriet Forster (Commercial Property), Natalie Pilagos (Construction) and Lindy Day (Projects and Infrastructure) as Partners has been highlighted in … Read more →

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City Moves: Who’s switching jobs in the Square Mile today?

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Adjudication: Part 2 – The Process

In this five part series, we examine the primary dispute resolution forum for construction disputes in England and Wales for those who are unfamiliar, namely, adjudication. We will answer some … Read more →

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Adjudication Alert: Adjudication in vain? Insolvent company fails to enforce adjudication decision

The Court of Appeal in John Doyle Construction Ltd v Erith Contractors Ltd [2021] EWCA Civ 1452 has recently cast significant doubt on the right of a company in liquidation to enforce … Read more →

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Adjudication: Part 1 – The Basics

In this series, Natalie Pilagos answers some frequently asked questions in relation to adjudication, which is in practice, the primary forum of dispute resolution for construction disputes. Where did adjudication … Read more →

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Building Safety Bill – Update on changes to help leaseholders with cladding issues

The Building Safety Bill is at Report Stage in the House of Commons. It is expected to become law in 2022. It contains provisions which will be important to those with an … Read more →

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Adjudication Alert: To enforce or not to enforce– usually yes but sometimes no!

To kick off our new Adjudication Alert series, I have reviewed the recent case of Downs Road Development LLP v Laxmanbhai Construction (UK) Ltd [2021] EWHC 2441 (TCC) – a classic … Read more →

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Construction Contracts – a weapon in the fight to save the world?

With climate discussions dominating the headlines and COP26 commencing in Glasgow, it is inevitable that such discussions will also be edging their way up corporate agendas. The built environment reportedly … Read more →