Listen "The Construction Act"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of Taking the Con Out of Construction, Michelle Carr dives into one of the most important pieces of legislation shaping the industry, the Construction Act of 1996. She unpacks what it really means for contractors and subcontractors, from fair payment to faster dispute resolution.Michelle breaks down how tools like the Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT) and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) came about to protect smaller firms, keeping projects moving and helping you avoid lengthy, expensive battles.Along the way, she shares insights on tendering, contract admin, and why having the right contract in place is your best line of defence. It’s a practical, straight-talking guide to understanding your rights, and using the Construction Act to make sure you get paid what you’re owed.Visit https://h2construction.uk/ to learn more. Find Michelle Carr on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-d-carr/ H Squared Construction: https://www.linkedin.com/company/h2-commercial-consultancy . Find out more about Construction Alchemy here: https://constructionalchemy.co.uk/ CREDITS: 'Taking the Con out of Construction’ is a OneZeroCreative production. Discover how podcasting can grow your brand: https://www.onezerocreative.co.uk/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/one-zero-creative Contact us at [email protected] DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are based on the personal experiences of Michelle Carr and her guests. They are for general information only and should not be relied upon as professional or legal advice. Always seek your own independent advice before making decisions. Neither Michelle Carr nor H Squared Construction accepts liability for any loss, damage, or consequences arising from actions taken based on this podcast.
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