In this course, you will gain an understanding of the updates and implications of the 2024 version of the Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT) Design and Build Contract, including its relationship with the Building Safety Act 2022.
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
Understand the key updates in the 2024 JCT Design and Build Contract, particularly regarding dutyholder obligations under the Building Safety Act 2022 and the implications for project stakeholders
Understand the changes in design liability, including the standard of care required from contractors and the impact of the Defective Premises Act 1972 on contractual obligations
Identify the enhanced collaborative working and sustainability provisions
