The Government has rejected proposed amendments to the Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Bill 2008 (LDEDC Bill 2008) as it completed its committee stage in the House of Lords (see our Legal update). The LDEDC Bill 2008 begins the report stage on 17 March 2009. Continue reading
One of my friends owns a gym. He is currently sending out emails advising people not to “waste the downturn”. At first glance this seems to be something of a counter-intuitive message. But it isn’t and here’s why.
In the New Year, the Court of Appeal handed down judgment in an obscure dispute between two homeowners and their structural engineer (Penny and Anr v Digital Structures Ltd). While the judgment creates no new law, it highlights some practical issues relating to structural surveys. Continue reading
