What does Groundworks mean? Groundworks refers to site‑preparation and substructure activities carried out before the superstructure, typically including excavation to form foundations and the substructure, earthworks/reduced levels, piling mats, trenches for drainage and utilities, ground improvement, retaining structures, dewatering and associated temporary works. It is a descriptive construction law term rather than one defined in statute or case law; its precise scope is set by the contract (e.g. JCT, NEC, SBCC, RIAI, Irish Public Works Contracts). Specific activities within groundworks are regulated, including under the CDM Regulations 2015 (GB), CDM (NI) 2016 and, in Ireland, the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations...
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CMA investigation under Article 101 TFEU/Chapter I into suspected price-fixing in the market for Groundworks products supplied to the construction sector.
On 17 December 2020, the CMA handed down an infringement decision concluding that Vp plc, MGF (Trench Construction Systems) Ltd, and Mabey Hire Ltd broke the Chapter I prohibition and Article 101 TFEU by: (i) exchanging Confidential information about future pricing and commercial strategy; and (ii) aligning aspects of their commercial conduct to lessen uncertainty. The CMA levied penalties totalling £14.9m on Vp plc and MGF (Trench Construction Systems) Ltd. Mabey Hire Ltd was not fined, having been granted immunity under the CMA’s Leniency Programme.
When evaluating a general damages claim, the practitioner ought initially to refer to the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG)...
This Practice Note This Practice Note reviews mechanisms used in settling litigation. A Tomlin order consists of a consent order paired with a schedule. It operates to stay proceedings on terms that have been agreed. The provisions contained in the schedule may remain confidential. This Practice Note describes the scope of confidentiality attaching to the schedule and sets out how it differs from a standard consent order. Sample wording for a Tomlin order is included, alongside links to precedents, as well as guidance on court approval. It also addresses varying, setting aside and enforcing a Tomlin order, including the considerations the court will take into account when handling applications for each. Further guidance is provided on interpreting and applying the relevant provisions of the CPR; however, some courts and divisions impose very specific requirements for both drafting and approval, and for approaching the schedule and confidentiality issues. Accordingly, you must consider the particular rules and court guide provisions in the forum where your claim is proceeding when drawing up the Tomlin order...
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