With Japanese Knotweed giving rise to an increasing number of neighbour disputes and press coverage, members of Hardwicke’s property team (Andrew Skelly and John Clargo) consider the Court of Appeal decision in Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd v Williams and Waistell [2018] EWCA Civ 1514.
Guest speakers, Dan Clugston and Dr Gareth Bruce from Advanced Invasives, will look at the latest scientific research on JKW, including the results from their own extensive field trials conducted with the Department of Biosciences from Swansea University.
The talks will cover:
- Liability in claims for property damage.
- Best practice in JKW management and control.
- Claims and remedies in light of the Court of Appeal decision.
The session will be chaired by Andy Creer, who acted for Network Rail.
This event is now oversubscribed. If you would like to have your name added to the reserve list, please contact events@gatehouselaw.co.uk. Please note we offer places on a first come first served basis.
Programme
- Registration: 17:30
- Presentations: 18:00
- Drinks and canapés: 19:30
