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The Joint Contracts Tribunal's Standard Form of Building Contract is the most common contract used in the UK to procure building work. Understanding it is a core part of any construction student's degree and a vital part of the working life of professionals in the construction industry. 'The JCT 98 Building Contract' works through the contract systematically explaining it in easy-to-follow language, covering all contract issues thoroughly and illustrating with case law examples the current situation and latest amendments. It is ideal reading for both the students and professionals seeking to update their knowledge. Fully updated to take account of the latest legislative and regulatory position, this second edition includes extensive revisions to key areas such as contractual rights of third parties and underpayments and debts. All the revisions to the contract documentation itself are also reflected, with changes to the sections on time extensions and adjudication. Also included is consideration of the CDM regulations and the key issue of criminal liability. Case citations have been fully updated throughout to take include the latest High Court and Court of Appeal rulings.

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I am most impressed by the style and content and I would rate it amongst the best books ever written on construction contracts UK Reviewer/author This book works through the contract systematically, explaining it in easy-to-follow language. The authors cover all contract issues thoroughly. This book will prove ideal reading for students of construction and for professionals seeking to update and consolidate their knowledge. New Constructor This is an extensive text, written for professionals and non-professionals alike. It is ideal for those in construction management in need of an update, but with little time to interpret the legalities of formal documents. It is an excellent resource for students of building law and for those reading law as part of a construction management degree or professional qualifications. Construction Manager

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