In April 2013, an updated version of the entire NEC3 suite of contracts was released as a complete box set. The previous versions of the NEC3 suite of contracts (the June 2005 editions) can no longer be purchased from the […]

NEC3 Contracts are becoming increasingly popular. In this article, we highlight 10 things you need to know about NEC3 Contracts. 1. Designs Must be Fit for Purpose The NEC3 Engineering & Construction Contract states that “The Contractor Provides the Works […]

The concept of “practical completion” is a frequent source of dispute on construction projects. Parties often disagree about what the term “practical completion” means and whether or not practical completion has been achieved. What does it mean? One of the […]

What are your contractual rights when adverse weather delays your works? How can you maximise your entitlement to additional time and cost? It is almost inevitable that adverse weather conditions will affect the progress of construction projects during the winter. […]

The NEC has now published the amendments it has made to the NEC3 suite of contracts to comply with the new provisions of the Construction Act, which will come into force in October. In comparison with the rather more extensive […]