If it is a matter of quality and auditability which is the
issue then I suppose it would be better to invest more money
in a very extensive and effective Site investigation
initially. Using set procedures and methods against which the
work can be checked. From what we have learned in the
industry, if you try having sites investigated by one
consultancy and checked by another you generally end up in
the consultancies trying to outdo each other and pass the
liability. I suppose after the Mott MacDonald/EP case in
London you are always going to get major concerns from
consultancies over the liabilities.
It's a case of get the best Site investigation initially or
be prepared to get some very good lawyers.
I have every sympathy for the LA's over implementing Part 2A
and trying to prioritise the sites in the area, however, I
expect it will only get harder when the LA's start site
investigation and remediation programmes and the liabilities
assigned.
Good luck and I hope your get the support you need.
Dr Russell Thomas
Bioremediation Consultant
Advantica, Loughborough Office
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