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Professional Liability news: Construction focus

30 January 2025

Our Professional Liability Team discuss new areas of emerging risk impacting the UK construction sector.  There is also further guidance from the TCC around Building Liability Orders and our latest International Construction Insights  

Whilst there is some truth still in the adage "if you want to know the way you are going then look at the way you have come" a new government in Westminster, the world order shake-up trumpeted by the incoming United States President, global conflict and ongoing uncertainty as to how new domestic legislation will be implemented and will impact on the construction industry, all combine to make risk assessment particularly speculative at this time. Mark Klimt and Malcolm Rogers discuss how these risks and challenges may affect construction professionals and their insurers.  You can find their article here

A recent decision from the TCC represents the first ever High Court finding of a “relevant liability” under section 130 of the Building Safety Act 2022 and confirms that findings of liability for building safety can potentially extend beyond the original developer to include associated companies. A finding of a “relevant liability” is an essential precursor to the making of a Building Liability order.   Robert Goodlad considers this rapidly evolving area of construction law. You can read his article here

The construction industry is one of the largest in the world, and plays a critical role in driving economic growth, creating communities and jobs, and developing essential infrastructure.  In this edition of our International Construction Insights, we delve into the key factors shaping the global construction industry. Our leading lawyers in DWF's construction team, along with our exclusive associate firms, share their insights on what is impacting the construction sector in their respective regions. Read our Insights here

 

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