Lost for words

The latest battle of Ucatt does not cease to amaze even those most familiar with the machinations of 'the premier construction union.'

It had been estimated that a High Court wrangle over whether the lay general council acted properly in suspending the full-time executive might be resolved in just two days.

But counsel for the executive completely lost his voice and had to withdraw. Which meant the case went into a second week. Ucatt members too might be forgiven for being speechless as they contemplate just how much this is costing in legal fees.