The primary activity exception in the Construction Act

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• Original news
• What were the issues raised by this case?
• Is the judgment helpful in clarifying any area of law or in respect of its discussions on any of the issues?
• What lessons can be learned from the case?

Article summary

Construction analysis: When will the primary activity exception to the definition of ‘construction operations’ apply, and when will the English Scheme for Construction Contracts apply where the works are in Scotland? Ann Minogue of Macfarlanes comments on the ruling Laker Vent v Jacobs.