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6 August 2026

New VAT relief for social housing land signals the end for ‘golden brick’ transactions

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We explain the proposed changes and their significance to those involved in delivering affordable and social housing projects.

4 June 2026

Brabners Building Links event explores legal risks of insolvency as supply chain pressures rise

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We explore how financial distress is likely to impact the construction industry in the years ahead — and why early, strategic legal advice will be critical.

9 April 2026

Laing O’Rourke v Shepperton Studios — key lessons on payment & pay less notices

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We explore what happened in the case, why the notices were treated differently and the key lessons for anyone administering construction contracts.

15 December 2025

Building Links network rounds up the key construction law cases that have shaped the industry in 2025

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We provide an overview of key construction law cases from 2025 and explore the practical implications and emerging trends that are shaping the industry.

12 September 2025

Interim payment applications — why you should always ‘pay now, argue later’

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Explore the legal and practical implications of the 'pay now, argue later' principle in construction disputes through the landmark case of VMA Services Ltd v Project One London Ltd.

22 August 2025

Making Places Work — harness regeneration to maximise Lancashire growth, agrees Brabners & Chamber panel

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Creating the conditions to enable private sector investment and construction in Lancashire holds the key to the county's long-term economic growth.

1 August 2025

Brabners Building Links event shines a light on health, safety and wellbeing in construction

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The construction sector is at a turning point. With tighter regulations, better awareness and clear data, health and safety is being seen as an investment in people and the bottom line.

13 May 2025

UK construction industry — collaborate on AI or be left behind, leaders say

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Our latest Building Links event explored how AI is being used in construction as well as the challenges and misconceptions that come with its use.

16 December 2024

Addressing the UK’s construction skills gap

What key factors are responsible for the construction skills gap? Here, Jennie Jones in our construction team explores key factors and what industry leaders can do to take action and meet growing demand.

19 August 2024