# Why Construction Contracts Are Broken (And What No One Tells You) (EP 267)

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Podcast: [Own The Build](https://stenobird.com/podcast/own-the-build-3544855)
Published: 2026-05-18T04:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode, Paul is joined by David Bebb, Partner at Fenwick Elliott, a construction lawyer with over 20 years’ experience working across the entire supply chain — from Canary Wharf and Network Rail to private practice. Together, they unpack one of the most frustrating — and costly — realities in construction: Why do contract negotiations take so long, feel so combative, and often start in the wrong place? David brings a rare perspective, having seen contracts from every angle, and...

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