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100 1 _aMosey, David
245 0 0 _aMore DIY disasters
260 _c2007
490 0 _aBuilding
_v272(8504) 2 November 2007, 65(1)
520 _aLooks at the trend for powerful clients to commission bespoke forms of contracts and considers whether such contracts are necessary. Highlights several disadvantages of bespoke contracts such as the additional cost for clients, the difficulty in learning to use them which can lead to an increased risk of disputes, and the fact they can create a hostile atmosphere. Outlines the wide range of standard forms that now exist and notes that these have been used and accepted by the industry as a balanced approach. Concludes that generally there is no need for bespoke contracts.
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651 4 _aUnited Kingdom
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690 _aBUILT ENVIRONMENT-CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT-BUILDING CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION
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