Legal and Commercial Group

In May 2025, the Supreme Court handed down judgment in URS Corporation Ltd v BDW Trading Ltd. This appeal was the first dealing with claims associated with the Building Safety Act 2022 and it examined the allocation of liability where a developer undertakes remedial work on a property it no longer owns and seeks to recover its losses from its supply chain, alleging a duty of care is owed despite the primary limitation period having expired. The Supreme Court decision reinforces the stated objectives of the BSA and indicates developers have a wide ability to pursue claims against contractors and consultants.

Inevitably the Court’s decision impacts members. As such, the ACE Legal and Commercial Group is hosting a roundtable to help understand the challenges industry could face going forward. Discussions will include risk, the legal road ahead and impact upon the supply chain.