In the light of evidence that its use is on the up, Simon Tolson summarises and reviews some of the underlying principles of the JCT Major Projects Form. In particular, he considers questions relating to risks, responsibilities and contractor freedom together with novation, extension of time entitlements, practical completion, payment issues, insurance and third-party rights.
Victoria Russell provided a case law update paper and talk to the members of the South East branch of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators discussing the most recent decisions relating to adjudication enforcement and arbitration.