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Section 1General

Clause 15.1

Early Warning

Purpose

The Contractor and PM notify each other of any matter that could increase Prices, delay Completion, or impair performance.

Practical Application

Early warnings are not CEs but alert the project team to potential issues. They should be raised as soon as a matter is identified.

Common Pitfalls

Failure to give an early warning may affect CE entitlement under 61.3 if the matter was known but not notified.

⚠️ This commentary is for reference only. Always refer to the full NEC4 contract text and seek professional legal or contractual advice for your specific project.