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FSP Graduate Apprenticeship Scheme
We are delighted to announce the commencement of our Graduate Apprenticeship Scheme with the appointment…
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Exploitation in construction
A new report highlights the modern slavery risk in the construction sector.
Liquidated Damages and Delay
Liquidated Damages (LD) are paid pursuant to a contractual agreement between the parties as to what happens in the event that say completion of a project is delayed or a fleet of vehicles are returned each having exceeded the agreed mileage. LD’s are not a debt owed by the contractor to the recipient but a secondary obligation consequent on breach.
FSP help VMIC with the sale to Catalent of the national vaccine centre at Harwell
FSP has worked with Vaccine Manufacturing and Innovation Centre UK Limited since they first identified…
Government seeks the power to stop builders building
The Government announced last week (on 14th February 2022) a proposed change to its Building Safety Bill, allowing a Government Minister to stop a named developer from doing development. This would be with no recourse for appeal or compensation, even where planning permission has been granted.
JCT v NEC – which is the right contract choice for your project?
In this article we will explore the key differences to be taken into account between the JCT and NEC contracts when deciding what form of contract is the right one for your project.
Making contract provisions for cost increases in the construction industry
It’s been fairly well publicised that the construction industry is currently experiencing a serious shortage…
The VAT Reverse Charge Has Arrived
As HMRC clamps down on VAT fraud, suppliers of construction services should ensure they understand how the reverse charge works.
Office fit-outs – What will the future workplace look like?
Businesses adapting to COVID-19 The COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing measures meant many businesses were…
A brief overview of insurance on construction projects
Susan Wells, an associate in our construction team, provides a brief overview of the different types of insurance that may be required on a construction project.
Construction security for funders
Our construction team explores what sort of security banks typically require when providing finance in connection with a construction project.
Tenants and collateral warranties – when should a tenant insist on a collateral warranty?
Our construction team explores when a tenant should consider insisting on a collateral warranty when taking out a lease of a newly constructed or refurbished commercial property.
Construction contracts – what to look out for when purchasing a newly built commercial property
Our construction team explores the various constructions contracts involved in the erection of a new commercial building and what a purchaser should consider as part of its due diligence process.
