Construction Contracts Act 2013 – Ensuring Parties To A Construction Contract Are Paid Promptly

Getting paid for construction work is often not straightforward. Getting paid promptly is even more challenging. The introduction of adjudication as a dispute resolution mechanism in Ireland is a major step towards improving efficiency of payment and cash flow.

The best means of ensuring prompt payment in the construction industry has been a matter of discussion in Ireland for many years. Through the Construction Contracts Act 2013 (the "2013 Act"), the Irish legislature endeavours to improve matters by introducing mandatory payment provisions into construction contracts, statutory adjudication for payment disputes and the right to stop work for non-payment.

What Types of Disputes can be Referred?