Peter Marsh and Frank Griffiths examine some recentcase law where common sense prevailed overminor technicalities
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Geographic isolation and economic decline pose particular problems for Cornwall, says Peter Varley. But, having generated £2 million of contracts in two years, the Regional Supply Office is making headway
Understanding how the courts interpret legislation is vital to deciding whether the law applies to certain cases. Peter Marsh and Frank Griffiths reveal how interpretation has evolved
A recent Court of Appeal hearing reported in The Buyer illustrates how, in many commodity cases governed by Gafta rules, claims for damages should still be based on the Sale of Goods Act
When a small company expands, the purchasing function must grow, too. John Matthews of ADR looks at how procurement should evolve to keep up with the needs of the company
Quality control is an important curriculum area for students. Neil Fuller looks at a past examination question on the subject and suggests what students ought to consider when answering it
What happens when your design develops faults but responsibility isn't entirely your own? Peter Marsh and Frank Griffiths map out the essentials to remember when drawing up design contracts
David Jones advises on how to adopt best practice across sectors and develop effective purchasing using appropriate development frameworks and models
Dominic White finds out what BAA is doing to put the Construction Task Force's recommendations into practice
Brian Clark looks at how the EU procurement rules deal with consortia bids and what happens if the consortium's composition, financial standing or ability changes