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Building safety
The introduction of tighter building safety obligations is transforming how assets are designed, constructed and maintained. From fire safety protocols to regulatory compliance, organisations must now embed resilience into every stage of the project lifecycle.
MFMac's legal experts help clients interpret new legislation, manage risk and ensure that safety standards are met without compromising delivery.
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PFI handbacks
As the first wave of Private Finance Initiative (PFI) contracts reach maturity, public and private sector stakeholders face complex handback negotiations. These transitions require careful planning, clear documentation and robust legal support to protect the value of assets and ensure continuity.
At MFMac, we advise on condition surveys, lifecycle cost disputes and contractual obligations – helping clients navigate the handback process with confidence.
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Horizon scanning
Future-proofing infrastructure projects means anticipating and planning for what's next. MFMac's horizon scanning work identifies emerging risks, regulatory shifts and funding trends that could impact capital delivery.
Whether it's changes in procurement models or the rise of ESG-linked investment, we provide forward-looking advice that helps clients adapt early and build resilience into long-term planning.
Building Resilience
Infrastructure and construction projects are navigating a period of significant change. From tighter building regulations and evolving safety obligations to the complexities of PFI handbacks and contract transitions, the landscape is shifting – and fast.
Reducing risk, resolving challenges, protecting value
At MFMac, we understand the pressures facing developers, contractors and investors. The introduction of stricter building safety obligations and the first wave of PFI handbacks is reshaping how assets are managed, transferred and maintained. Likewise, many in the sector are focused on future-proofing new projects against what lies ahead.
We help both public and private sector clients to navigate the pressures facing infrastructure and capital projects with confidence, providing practical strategies that reduce risk, resolve challenges and protect value at every stage of a project.
Building resilience into your operations
Whether you are managing legacy assets or planning future builds, our advice is designed to build resilience into your operations. Through expert insights on building safety, PFI handbacks and horizon scanning, our forward-looking analysis supports organisations in preparing for and adapting to change and strengthening their long-term project outcomes – ensuring they are not only prepared for changes, but positioned to thrive in it.
Explore our resources below, and let's build resilience together.
Legal leadership in an evolving landscape
Through expert insights and analysis on the evolving pressures and opportunities across Scotland's infrastructure and capital projects, MFMac can support your organisation in building resilience.
Forward-looking insights and analysis
Upcoming Employment Law Webinars
Join our employment law experts for clear and practical updates on forthcoming legislative changes and key workplace issues. Our webinars are free to attend, last for approximately 50 minutes, and apply to the law of Scotland, England and Wales. If you cannot attend live, please register and we will send you the recording.
Scottish creators urged to protect their ideas as AI reshapes creative industries
MFMac is urging writers and creators to protect their intellectual property as AI and new technologies reshape the creative industries. Through its sponsorship of Bloody Scotland, the firm is raising awareness of copyright, licensing and commercialisation issues and offering specialist advice to creators and media businesses.
Right to work checks: What the new rules from 1 October 2026 mean for employers
From 1 October, employers face new right to work obligations, including increased responsibility for contractors and supply chains. In this podcast, David Hossack and Stuart McWilliams discuss the changes, the potential financial and reputational risks, and how businesses can prepare.
E-bike or motor vehicle? Why this distinction matters in compensation claims
As e-bike use increases across Scotland, questions are emerging about liability and compensation following collisions. This article examines how modified e-bikes can be treated as motor vehicles under the law, the implications for riders and injured parties, and why greater public awareness, regulation and enforcement may be needed.
Experts in helping you build resilience
With decades of experience in infrastructure and capital projects, our team can support your organisation in building resilience, providing practical, forward-thinking solutions to the challenges you face.
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Jonathan Seddon
PartnerJonathan is an expert on all recognised industry forms of construction and engineering contracts, and has significant experience in unravelling and resolving contract structures following contractor and/or developer insolvency to ensure projects can be taken to successful completion.
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Gavin Thomson
PartnerGavin advises infrastructure and capital projects clients on a wide range of construction and engineering disputes, from residential defects to multi-million pound energy and infrastructure disputes.
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Jennifer McKay
PartnerJennifer acts for clients in a wide variety of construction disputes, advising on formal dispute resolution procedures including adjudication, arbitration and Court proceedings. She also works with clients to explore means of managing and resolving disputes before they reach the stage of formal proceedings.
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Lynn Pentland
Legal DirectorLynn has extensive experience of NPD and PFI/PPP projects, and deals primarily with Project Agreement, FM and the corporate aspects of such transactions. She is also regularly involved in transactional due diligence in relation to secondary market PFI/PPP and oil and gas transactions.
