By: Sarah Davies, Anna Howarth
As communication through instant messaging platforms becomes increasingly popular, and second nature in our day-to-day lives, those operating in the construction industry should be mindful that even emojis and one-word messages can constitute a legally binding agreement. Where construction contractual terms are found to be lacking, the Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996 (commonly referred to as Construction Act) can imply contractual terms and conditions resulting in enforceable contractual obligations.












