PLA Midlands: The Building Safety Act 2022: What to Watch in 2026

Join the PLA Midlands for a timely and practical seminar at St Philips Chambers exploring the impact of the Building Safety Act 2022 (“BSA”) on property litigation, with a focus on recent case law and the key developments to watch in 2026.

David Nuttall will be looking at the current tensions between service charge provisions and Schedule 8, with a practical overview of where we now are.  He will highlight the state of the law on the meaning of “relevant defect” and where we might be by the end of the year.

Eloise Marriott will consider remediation contribution orders (RCOs), with a particular focus on recent case law. Eloise will explore how the provisions of section 124 of the BSA have been clarified and what this tells about how the power to make RCOs is likely to be exercised moving forward.

The BSA fundamentally reshaped limitation periods in construction and building safety litigation. Michelle Caney will examine the scope of the new limitation regime, the practical consequences for historic and ongoing disputes, and how the courts are approaching this rapidly evolving area.

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Do you need financial assistance to attend this event?

If you (or another property litigator) need financial assistance to fund your membership of the PLA and/or attendance at PLA and wider industry events, apply for funding from the Vivien King Memorial Grant. Vivien was a trailblazer, a dedicated professional, and a well-respected member of the PLA and the grant is made available in her memory. We hope that this will help ensure that our membership remains accessible to all property litigation professionals and cultivate the next generation of leaders who embody Vivien's spirit of excellence, fairness, and dedication. Find out more >>