What is sectional completion?Where the construction contract splits the works into sections or parts, usually to be started at different times, there...
While tort claims are not as common in construction projects as breach of contract claims, they do still arise and it is not uncommon for a claimant...
It is common in construction projects for defects to manifest or appear in the works. Most construction contracts require the contractor to return to...
This Practice Note examines agreements entered into under sections 38 and 278 of the Highways Act 1980, considering the obligations they impose and,...
This Practice Note examines the concept of ‘time at large’ in relation to the completion of works under a construction contract, including what time...
Practical completion marks the end of the construction period of a project, when the works are 'finished' and the employer can occupy and/or use them....
Building Schools for the Future/Priority School Building ProgrammeThis Practice Note considers the Building Schools for the Future government scheme...
Parallel loan agreements in PFI/PF2 projectsThis Practice Note looks at parallel loan agreements in PFI and PF2 projects. It considers the background...
Equivalent project relief in PFI/PF2This Practice Note examines equivalent project relief (EPR) in PFI and PF2 projects. It considers the purpose of...
PFI/PPP terms (Glossary)AbandonDescribes a situation where the contractor stops carrying out the works for a prolonged and consecutive period of days...
Change protocols in PFI/PF2IP COMPLETION DAY: 11pm (GMT) on 31 December 2020 marks the end of the Brexit transition/implementation period entered into...
PFI—standardisation of contractsThis Practice Note looks at the standardisation of contracts in relation to PFI and PF2, and considers the practical...
PFI/PF2—the Construction Sub-contractThis Practice Note examines the Construction Sub-contract between Project Co and the Construction Sub-contractor...
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