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2024: Navigating Uncertainty in the Property Landscape

25 Jan 2024

Having navigated the challenges of 2023, we now turn our sights towards 2024. Unfortunately, some of last year's challenges may not have gone away just yet, and there are some big unknowns waiting around the corner. The elephant that remains in the room is the continuing implementation of the…

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BIM & MMC 2024: Reshaping Construction Contracts

17 Jan 2024

Building Information Modelling and Modern Methods of Construction: Key Contractual Considerations The construction industry in England and Wales is undergoing a transformative phase, with Building Information Modelling (BIM) and Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) reshaping traditional practices…

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The future of Litigation

16 Jan 2024

It is customary at this time of year to avoid reflecting on the poor decisions the office Christmas party may have brought by scanning the new year's horizon for signs of changes to come, and potentially to come. 2023 was a big year for litigation, most recently with the introduction of fixed…

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2024: a greater appetite for M&A

16 Jan 2024

2023 was a busy year for Forbes' Corporate team and we expect 2024 to continue to see lots of activity in the market. During 2024, it is generally anticipated that we will observe a continued trend in growth and improvement for Mergers and Acquisitions ('M&A') off the back end of…

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Navigating Construction Disputes in 2024: A Look at Emerging Trends

16 Jan 2024

The construction industry has always been dynamic, adapting to economic shifts, technological advancements, and regulatory changes. As we step into 2024, it's crucial for construction professionals to be mindful of emerging trends that might impact the landscape of construction disputes. This…

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The Building Safety Act (2022) - A Year On

29 Sep 2023

The introduction of the Building Safety Act 2020 (BSA) is a significant milestone in ensuring the safety and integrity of residential and commercial properties. One of the corner stones of the BSA is the "Golden Thread" principle, which means that the right people have the right…

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The Building Safety Regulator

29 Sep 2023

Established in response to the devastating Grenfell Tower fire in 2017, the Building Safety Act 2022 (the BSA) introduces sweeping reforms that directly affect the construction industry. A cornerstone of these reforms is the establishment of a new Building Safety Regulator (the BSR). This article delves…

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Building Safety Act - the Lifting of the Corporate Veil

29 Sep 2023

The building safety act 2022 ("BSA, the Act") was conceived and enforced following the Grenfell tower tragedy. Grenfell brought to light the lack of accountability in the current system. BSA has been introduced in order to secure the safety of residents, and to improve building standards…

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