The need for prompt, cost-effective and impartial dispute resolution can be found in many contractual relationships in many industries. In order to meet this need, the CIArb have issued the Dispute Board Rules, which cater to any medium or long-term project, whether construction, IT, commercial or otherwise. Nicholas Gould, partner at Fenwick Elliott and Chair of the CIArb Drafting Committee launched these new Dispute Board Rules at the Dispute Appointment Services (DAS) Convention, 14 November 2014.