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JCT Design & Build Contract 2024 released: A summary guide for Employers and Contractors by Laura Reeve of Ashfords.

Sian Barrett and her team at Ashfords LLP have been eagerly awaiting the release of JCT 2024. The attached article summarises the changes to JCT Design & Build Contract 2024 prepared by Laura Reeve a Partner in Sian’s team. The JCT Design & Build Contract 2024 (D&B Contract) has now been released, with the rest […]

The Defective Premises Act 1972 – what all those involved in the design, construction and refurbishment of new and existing homes need to know.

Legal / Sian Barrett

The Defective Premises Act 1972 is a relatively short piece of legislation. However, its importance should not be overlooked when considering residential building works, whether ‘new build’ properties or refurbishment and extension of existing homes. The Building Safety Act 2022 has made some significant changes to this legislation which has provided additional protection to homeowners

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