Horizon Scanning 2024

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Horizon Scanning 2024

Key topics to watch out for in the Construction Industry (England and Wales)

January 18, 2024

United Kingdom
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What will 2024 bring for construction and engineering?

In this document we look at the key topics and trends to watch out for in the industry over the coming year.

Key topics include:

  • Higher-risk buildings regulation
  • Dutyholder regime
  • Collateral warranties
  • Building Liability Orders
  • ESG clauses and Net Zero
  • Taxation
  • Public procurement reform
  • Retention
  • Rail reform
  • AI
  • Levelling Up and Regeneration Act 2023
  • Further implementation of the BSA
  • Mandatory ADR
  • Arbitration Act

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