New powers NOT needed to tackle Scotland’s housing crisis
WITH housing already a devolved matter, there is no need for Scottish politicians to wait on new powers in order to tackle the country’s housing...
Robotic architecture unveiled in new V&A Dundee exhibition
ROBOTIC architecture takes centre stage at a new exhibition at V&A Dundee.
The museum revealed that the new commission will sit alongside the next major...
New Glasgow neighbourhood secures three-star Fitwel certification
BUILD to rent developer and operator Moda Living has secured its fourth three-star Fitwel certification for its first Glasgow neighbourhood, Moda, Holland Park, which...
Two weeks remaining for CITB’s Levy consultation period
EMPLOYERS have just two weeks remaining to engage with CITB during its consultation period for the 2026-29 Levy proposals.
The consultation period will conclude on...
Preliminary site plan unveiled for Center Parcs’ proposed £350-400m Scottish resort
CENTER Parcs has unveiled the preliminary zoning plan for its proposed holiday village three miles from Hawick.
The move marks a milestone in the early...
Training specialist calls for construction to be taught in schools
A construction training manager has called for an optional construction class to be added to the school curriculum to help promote careers in the...
Scottish Government following ‘professional advice’ on RAAC issues
SCOTTISH ministers have been reassured that the current guidance of the Institution of Structural Engineers and risk-based approach around Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC)...
Cruden Group confirms new board structure
THE Cruden Group has announced it is 'streamlining' its governance structure with new board appointments.
The move follows the integration earlier this year of its...
HLM to lead National Manufacturing Institute Scotland design team
GLASGOW-based HLM Architects has been appointed to lead the design of the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland, bringing the nation’s international centre of manufacturing one...
COWI awarded Pre-FEED contracts for Ayre and Bowdun offshore wind projects
ENGINEERING consulting group COWI has secured a contract from Thistle Wind Partners (TWP), a joint venture involving DEME, Qair and Aspiravi, with a focus...
Green Home Festival set to boost Scotland’s net zero ambitions
THE Construction Industry Coronavirus (CICV) Forum is set to host a dedicated eco homes festival in 2022, designed to provide practical assistance and advice...
Plans launched for major mixed-use development at Glasgow’s Central Quay
AN application has been submitted for the build of a mixed-use development at a brownfield site at Glasgow's Central Quay.
Summix Capital is behind the...
Scottish construction sector set for digital transformation
A new CITB-funded programme has been tipped to help digitally transform the Scottish construction sector.
Scottish training firm, Setting Out for Construction, will receive £292,000...
Housing developers to work with Scottish Government on fixing cladding issues
THE Scottish Government has confirmed that some of the country's largest housing developers have agreed to work with it to address cladding issues.
Holyrood said...
Scottish construction industry ‘on the cusp of genuine change’
THE appetite for innovation and culture change within the Scottish construction sector has never been greater.
That’s the view of Andy Outram, the new chairperson...
Trade body claims ‘woeful’ planning statistics are ‘simply unacceptable’
NEW statistics showing a major drop in planning applications for major housing developments have been described as 'woeful' and 'unacceptable' by trade body Homes...
Utility contractor appointed to £250m Clydebank project
UTILITY specialist Energetics has been appointed to deliver utility works at the £250 million Queens Quay regeneration project in Clydebank.
The firm will install all of...
New MD for Robertson Group’s Specialist Division
Robertson Group has announced the appointment of a new managing director to its Specialist Division.
Craig Robertson, a joiner to trade with over thirty years experience...
Ullapool project wins top accolade at Scottish Civil Engineering Awards
A project to improve the harbour area and main street in Ullapool won the Best Overall Project category at the Scottish Civil Engineering Awards.
Organised...
Growth continues but skills shortages threaten recovery
A new survey has revealed that business in Scotland is on the up, but a shortage of skills could hamper the continued recovery.
The Scottish...
