Procurement and commercial managers should note that recent court decisions emphasise the importance of adhering to the natural meaning of well-drafted commercial contracts. This highlights that precise drafting is the most effective risk management tool available. Courts are generally reluctant to assist parties who have engaged in poor drafting, and they will not rectify a bad bargain.

Our upcoming 2-day Contract Law and Drafting course in September will focus on how to draft robust terms and conditions. For further details, please visit our website www.dpss.co.uk or reach out to me directly.