Expert Witness Surveyors in RAAC Concrete Disputes: 2026 Protocols for School and Hospital Remediation Claims
The UK construction industry faces an unprecedented crisis: over 230 schools and 34 NHS hospitals have been identified with failing Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) since September 2023, triggering a wave of remediation claims worth an estimated £1.5 billion. As litigation accelerates through 2026, Expert Witness Surveyors in RAAC Concrete Disputes: 2026 Protocols for School […]
Expert Witness Protocols for Residential Building Disputes: RICS Standards and Court Preparation
Residential building disputes cost UK homeowners over £1.2 billion annually, with expert witness testimony proving decisive in 78% of cases that reach court. Yet many qualified surveyors find themselves unprepared when called to provide expert evidence, lacking systematic protocols for evidence gathering, report structuring, and courtroom testimony. Understanding Expert Witness Protocols for Residential Building Disputes: […]
