All articles by Francis Ho – Page 2
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CommentCaught in a bind
Our columnist examines a homeowners’ dispute where an adjudicator’s decision was held to be finally binding – that is what they asked for
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CommentAdjudication: Collateral damage
Francis Ho considers a world where parties can adjudicate under collateral warranties and asks what can be done to put the genie back in the bottle
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CommentRIBA: High noon or the wild bunch?
For short works contracts, there’s a new sheriff in town called RIBA - plain talking, bold and ambitious. But is it going to be able to outgun the competition?
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CommentFor all practical purposes
A case on the familiar topic of a professional’s duties in certifying practical completion
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CommentCIOB Consultancy Appointment: Appoint in Time
Last year the CIOB ‘s Complex Projects Contract stressed the importance of time and cost management. Now it is to be joined by a consultancy agreement as it transitions to a suite of contracts
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CommentLow-bidding contractors: Always assume the worst …
Note to developers: if you are aware that a low-bidding contractor has financial issues, it is better for you, and the struggling contractor itself, just to choose another one
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CommentIs it time to crack the Code for Sustainable Homes?
The government’s Housing Standards Review takes aim at the Code for Sustainable Homes. Our columnist assesses the different options that could replace it
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CommentJCT in non-UK markets: Going global
The JCT is launching a survey to find out about people’s experiences of using its contracts abroad. Our new columnist weighs up its chances of success in an international market
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CommentWhat to do about BIM
The Construction Industry Council has published a new standard protocol for BIM level 2. Will it promote adoption?
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CommentGuaranteed maximum prices: Berth pangs
Francis Ho dives into the topic of guaranteed maximum price provisions and discovers how the pricing provisions for the navy’s new submarine jetty in Scotland were sunk
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CommentIChemE contracts: All part of the process
The IChemE contracts covering procurement for chemical process plants have had their first update in years, bringing some important modifications
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FeaturesThe importance of local knowledge
An understanding of country-specific systems is vital to operating in the Middle East
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NewsDisputes in the UAE: Arbitration options
With the number of construction disputes set to double in Dubai this year, Francis Ho guides you through the local options for those who wish to arbitrate their disputes
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NewsAbu Dhabi's first construction court
Arbitration is becoming more popular as a means of deciding construction disputes in Abu Dhabi, but the emirate hopes to change that by establishing the Gulf's first construction court. Will it work?
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