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Following the publication of subsidy control principle assessment guidance for subsidies and subsidies or schemes of interest (“SSoIs”) or subsidy or schemes of particular interest (“SSoPIs”) on 9 December 2024, we consider the process of making a referral to the Subsidy Advice Unit (“SAU”). The SAU is part of the Competition and Markets Authority and…

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In our August 2024 article (Court of Appeal decides on JCT DB 2016 termination provisions), we reported on the recent Court of Appeal case, Providence Building Services Limited v Hexagon Housing Association Limited [2024] EWCA Civ 962. This case should act as a warning to parties that termination provisions, and the related notice requirements, always…

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The concept of Defects under NEC contracts is central to the management of risks and liabilities related to the quality of works and services provided. The ethos of Defects in NEC contracts is rooted in the principles of mutual trust, flexibility, and clarity. In this article, we outline the key principles and mechanisms relating to…

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Overview This article explores the concept of Competitively Appointed Transmission Owners (‘CATOs’), their regulatory framework and role in enhancing onshore transmission infrastructure through competition. It will also look into the potential benefits, risks, associated developments and draw comparisons with the use of offshore transmission owners. With already high levels of demand on the grid and…

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