.... The data were then analysed using descriptive statistics. Findings The findings indicate that the critical sources of contract-related disputes are ambiguous definitions of the contract parties' scope of their rights and obligations, lack of precise arrangements regarding the calculation of contractual...

...Paul Chynoweth Purpose Aims to examine judicial attitudes to current surveying practice in rights to light disputes. Tests the assumption that the use of the Waldram methodology is endorsed by the courts and seeks to establish whether, despite its acknowledged limitations, its continued use can...

...Paul Chynoweth Purpose The paper examines the origins of the so‐called “grumble point” (a sky factor of 0.2 per cent) as the measure of daylight adequacy in rights to light disputes. It seeks to identify the rationale, and underlying scientific basis, for the adoption of this standard in the early...

... of the commonly used award clauses is also commented upon. The paper also considers agreements between the parties insofar as they might affect a dispute and the subsequent award. Finally, examples are provided as to where liability might lie for failure to produce a valid award, with important warnings...

... concludes with advice to adjudicators and comments on the apparent reduction of disputes under JCT 81. © MCB UP Limited 1998 1. Clause 13.2 ‐ the Contract Administrator may issue instructions requiring a variation. 2. Clause 13.3 ‐ the Contract Administrator must issue...