Rising costs impacting confidence as stats show fall in UK construction output
THE Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has described the 1.4% fall in UK construction activity in June as a 'growing concern' for small builders...
Work progresses on £116m Levenmouth rail project
WORK to build the second mile of new track on the £116 million Levenmouth rail line is underway.
It follows completion of the first mile...
New online platform launches to boost mental health in workplaces
A new free online platform has been launched in Scotland offering practical ways to boost mental health in the workplace.
The Scottish Government said the...
Green light for further 142 homes at £1.3 billion Edinburgh development
PLANNING approval has been granted for the build of a further 142 homes at the site of Edinburgh's £1.3 billion Granton Waterfront regeneration project.
Cruden...
Highland construction firms invited to experience ‘cutting edge’ sector tech
HIGHLAND and Islands SMEs working across the construction and built environment sector are being invited to attend free workshops next week to experience 'cutting...
Springfield unveils plans to bring Durieshill vision to life
SPRINGFIELD Properties has announced it has submitted a planning application for a 'sustainable and innovative' information centre and new show homes at Durieshill, Stirling.
The...
Aberdeenshire timber frame manufacturer hails ‘incredible’ new business wins
ABERDEENSHIRE-based Kirkwood Timber Frame has announced the firm has secured £12 million worth of new business in its first year.
Having launched to the external...
New distillery’s green roof creates a buzz
The 'green' sedum roof at The Cairn Distillery near Grantown on Spey has reportedly become a haven for bees since being installed in April.
...
Homebuyer enquiries fall in Scotland as prices continue to rise
DEMAND for new homes in Scotland has fallen, but the lack of supply continues to drive prices up, according to the latest Royal Institution...
Ayrshire construction firms put best foot forward for charity
THREE Ayrshire construction businesses have taken part in an eight-mile sponsored walk to raise funds for Ayrshire Cancer Support.
The Wee House Company, Connect Modular...
Leasing agents appointed for ‘landmark’ Glasgow waterfront development
AM alpha has appointed Cushman & Wakefield alongside JLL as leasing advisor for its 200 Broomielaw in Glasgow office development.
The 80,000 sq ft Grade...
Knight Property Group secures double East Kilbride deal
KNIGHT Property Group has secured two new tenants for Phase 1 of Langlands Commercial Park in East Kilbride.
The speculative industrial development is now almost...
Housebuilder’s donation helps fund support for ill children and families
MACTAGGART & Mickel has donated £1,000 to Edinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity’s (ECHC) Rainbow Box project.
ECHC helps seriously ill babies, children and young people in...
Students visit East Calder housebuilding site
SIX students have visited Taylor Wimpey East Scotland's Calderwood development in East Calder as part of the Prince's Trust Get into Construction programme facilitated by West...
Thomas & Adamson expands senior team with double appointment
THOMAS & Adamson (T&A) is building on a 'year of growth' by expanding its management team.
The construction and property firm has announced two strategic...
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Failing to seek permission for home improvements can be a costly...
By Calum Allmond, an associate and head of architectural services at DM Hall
Scotland’s housing market continues to boom with prices reaching unprecedented levels,...
