NorDan UK expands into façade solutions with acquisition of RED Systems
NORDAN UK has announced the acquisition of RED Systems, a UK-based specialist in architectural glazing, curtain walling and façade systems.
The move marks a significant step...
West College Scotland to host 51st SPAY competition
West College Scotland has been chosen by the Scottish and Northern Ireland Plumbing Employers’ Federation (SNIPEF) to host the 51st annual Scottish Plumbing Apprentice...
SFRS and RFM install defibrillators in Fife
AN initiative between Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) and its facility management delivery partner, RFM, has seen three new defibrillators installed across Glenrothes.
Located...
Rising borrowing costs and political uncertainty impact Scottish housing market
RISING borrowing costs and geopolitical uncertainty negatively impacted the Scottish housing market in March, according to the latest Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)...
Proposals unveiled for ‘world class’ mixed-use hotel and resort development in Angus
PROPOSALS have been unveiled for the build of a mixed-use hotel and resort development on land at Shank of Omachie, located to the north...
Robertson Homes retains coveted five-star status
ROBERTSON Homes has achieved a 96.1% customer recommendation score in the 2026 Home Builders Federation (HBF) Five Star Rating Scheme.
The scheme measures house buyers’ satisfaction...
JR Group donates over 700 Easter eggs
THE JR Group has donated over 700 Easter eggs to primary schools, nurseries, Erskine Hospital, and local community groups.
The goodies were donated by kind-hearted...
Data reveals 170 fires at Scottish construction sites in last five years
NEW data from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has revealed there has been 170 fires at construction sites in the past five years.
A...
HSE plans major overhaul of RIDDOR reporting
THE Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has launched a consultation on plans to overhaul the reporting of injuries, diseases, and dangerous occurrences regulations (RIDDOR).
HSE...
Miller Homes launches first round of 2026 community fund
MILLER Homes is launching the first round of its 2026 community fund welcoming local causes and groups across Scotland to apply for a share...
CK Contracts’ skills academy delivers full-time jobs for North Ayrshire residents
CK Contracts has created 10 full-time jobs through its inaugural skills academy in North Ayrshire - tackling local unemployment while addressing skills shortages in...
Innovative engineering sees 111 new homes delivered in Falkirk
A £31 million project has delivered 111 new social homes in Falkirk with residents having now moved in.
Supported by Will Rudd, Falkirk Council was...
Ryden announces partner promotions and strategic Aberdeen appointment
RYDEN has strengthened its senior team through a series of internal promotions and a key strategic hire in Aberdeen.
Daniel Stalker has been promoted to...
Macleod Roofing marks 35th anniversary with launch of community fund
INVERNESS-based Macleod Roofing has launched a new community fund as part of its 35th anniversary year.
The firm said the move turns decades of informal...
May opening targeted for £1.8m Tain campus
THE £1.8 million Gro For You Community Innovation Campus is nearing a May opening, those behind the project have said.
Set off the NC500 route...
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SME housebuilders can unlock more of Scotland’s housing potential
By Paul Kelly, MD of AS Homes Scotland and Briar Homes
SMALL and medium-sized enterprises are often described as the backbone of Scotland’s economy and...
