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"There should not be a practitioner who does not have a copy ... highly recommended."—Arbitration When first published, The Arbitration Act 1996: A Commentary was described by Lord Bingham as "intensely practical and admirably user-friendly". It remains the most readable, useful, practical and user-friendly guide to the Arbitration Act 1996.The courts – particularly the Commercial and the Technology & Construction Courts – continue to grapple with many questions relating to the Act, with many judgments reported since the previous edition was published. While many of these do not add to the wisdom on this legislation, for the fifth edition the authors have considered some 330 new cases, resulting in extensive changes throughout much of the commentary. Many of the cases going to court concern challenges to awards and as a result the commentary on the relevant sections of the Act (ss. 67, 68, 70 and 72) has been subject to very substantial revision indeed. The details of all of these changes are of great importance to practitioners, whether lawyers or arbitrators.In addition there have been some significant changes to the Model Law since publication of the previous edition, which are fully documented and commented upon. Alterations to the CPR, the new UNCITRAL Rules (2010), the new ICC Rules (2012) and the new ICE Arbitration Procedure (2010) are also covered.Written by three practising arbitrators, the fifth edition continues to be the essential handbook for all concerned with English arbitration.

"There should not be a practitioner who does not have a copy ... highly recommended."—Arbitration

When first published, The Arbitration Act 1996: A Commentary was described by Lord Bingham as "intensely practical and admirably user-friendly". It remains the most readable, useful, practical and user-friendly guide to the Arbitration Act 1996.

The courts – particularly the Commercial and the Technology & Construction Courts – continue to grapple with many questions relating to the Act, with many judgments reported since the previous edition was published. While many of these do not add to the wisdom on this legislation, for the fifth edition the authors have considered some 330 new cases, resulting in extensive changes throughout much of the commentary. Many of the cases going to court concern challenges to awards and as a result the commentary on the relevant sections of the Act (ss. 67, 68, 70 and 72) has been subject to very substantial revision indeed. The details of all of these changes are of great importance to practitioners, whether lawyers or arbitrators.

In addition there have been some significant changes to the Model Law since publication of the previous edition, which are fully documented and commented upon. Alterations to the CPR, the new UNCITRAL Rules (2010), the new ICC Rules (2012) and the new ICE Arbitration Procedure (2010) are also covered.

Written by three practising arbitrators, the fifth edition continues to be the essential handbook for all concerned with English arbitration.

"There should not be a practitioner who does not have a copy ... highly recommended."—Arbitration

When first published, The Arbitration Act 1996: A Commentary was described by Lord Bingham as "intensely practical and admirably user-friendly". It remains the most readable, useful, practical and user-friendly guide to the Arbitration Act 1996.

The courts – particularly the Commercial and the Technology & Construction Courts – continue to grapple with many questions relating to the Act, with many judgments reported since the previous edition was published. While many of these do not add to the wisdom on this legislation, for the fifth edition the authors have considered some 330 new cases, resulting in extensive changes throughout much of the commentary. Many of the cases going to court concern challenges to awards and as a result the commentary on the relevant sections of the Act (ss. 67, 68, 70 and 72) has been subject to very substantial revision indeed. The details of all of these changes are of great importance to practitioners, whether lawyers or arbitrators.

In addition there have been some significant changes to the Model Law since publication of the previous edition, which are fully documented and commented upon. Alterations to the CPR, the new UNCITRAL Rules (2010), the new ICC Rules (2012) and the new ICE Arbitration Procedure (2010) are also covered.

Written by three practising arbitrators, the fifth edition continues to be the essential handbook for all concerned with English arbitration.

Understand the law governing arbitration in England and Wales The Arbitration Act 1996, in force across England and Wales since 31 January 1997 and amended by the Arbitration Act 2025, consolidated prior legislation and transformed the practice of arbitration in those countries. Many challenging questions arising from the Act continue to occupy the courts, particularly the Commercial and Technology & Construction Courts, and guidance from legal experts continues to contribute to active debate on its interpretation. The Arbitration Act 1996: A Commentary provides a practical, accessible, section-by-section overview of both the 1996 and 2025 Acts. Intended for arbitrators, lawyers, and practitioners who need a clear understanding of the Acts practical application, it covers the key cases that have shaped its interpretation, and has long been used by the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators as a recommended training text. Readers of the sixth edition will also find: Detailed commentary on the Arbitration Act 2025, keeping English arbitration law at the cutting edge Comprehensive updates reflecting new case law and court guidance Analysis of over 100 new arbitration cases and their impact on interpretation of the Act Practical, user-friendly organisation, supporting application by arbitration practitioners The Arbitration Act 1996: A Commentary is an essential resource for arbitrators, barristers, solicitors, and other professionals working in, or connected with, arbitration. "e;What is needed is comprehensive guidance from those who have actual experience and knowledge of arbitration, whether as arbitrators or parties to arbitration. This new edition provides that guidance in full measure, just as have the previous editions. To my mind it is a source of invaluable assistance to all involved in English arbitration."e; LORD SAVILLE of Newdigate

Understand the law governing arbitration in England and Wales The Arbitration Act 1996, in force across England and Wales since 31 January 1997 and amended by the Arbitration Act 2025, consolidated prior legislation and transformed the practice of arbitration in those countries. Many challenging questions arising from the Act continue to occupy the courts, particularly the Commercial and Technology & Construction Courts, and guidance from legal experts continues to contribute to active debate on its interpretation. The Arbitration Act 1996: A Commentary provides a practical, accessible, section-by-section overview of both the 1996 and 2025 Acts. Intended for arbitrators, lawyers, and practitioners who need a clear understanding of the Acts practical application, it covers the key cases that have shaped its interpretation, and has long been used by the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators as a recommended training text. Readers of the sixth edition will also find: Detailed commentary on the Arbitration Act 2025, keeping English arbitration law at the cutting edge Comprehensive updates reflecting new case law and court guidance Analysis of over 100 new arbitration cases and their impact on interpretation of the Act Practical, user-friendly organisation, supporting application by arbitration practitioners The Arbitration Act 1996: A Commentary is an essential resource for arbitrators, barristers, solicitors, and other professionals working in, or connected with, arbitration. "e;What is needed is comprehensive guidance from those who have actual experience and knowledge of arbitration, whether as arbitrators or parties to arbitration. This new edition provides that guidance in full measure, just as have the previous editions. To my mind it is a source of invaluable assistance to all involved in English arbitration."e; LORD SAVILLE of Newdigate