Scotland launches £10m fund for those with concerns over cladding
PEOPLE in Scotland with concerns about unsafe cladding in their properties can apply to a £10 million fund to have their building assessed, the...
Remedial works completed on closed Edinburgh schools
ALL 17 Edinburgh schools that were closed earlier this year following the discovery of building defects have reopened ahead of schedule, the City of Edinburgh Council...
Major milestone reached on £116m Levenmouth rail project
THE final clip of the new Levenmouth rail track has been installed in a major milestone for the £116 million project.
A total of 19...
Minister wants clarity on AWPR progress
SCOTLAND’S transport secretary Michael Matheson has requested an 'urgent' meeting with the board members of the contractors delivering the landmark Aberdeen bypass project to...
Clients urged to support supply chains and ‘increase scrutiny’ for signs of distress
CONSTRUCTION businesses have been urged to stay close to supply chains when lockdown restrictions start to ease.
Turner & Townsend said its most recent UK...
‘Generational’ Ayrshire Hospice project on track for autumn completion
THE project manager on McLaughlin & Harvey’s build of the new Ayrshire Hospice has revealed that the charity’s inspirational work is being used as...
Construction begins on National Manufacturing Institute Scotland facility
CONSTRUCTION work is underway on the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland facility at the heart of the Advanced Manufacturing Innovation District Scotland in Renfrewshire.
The team...
‘Landmark’ Sustainable Growth Agreement launched at Shawfair
THE developers behind the new town of Shawfair have committed to a 'first of its kind' Sustainable Growth Agreement (SGA) which they say will...
Could Uber ruling drive big changes in construction industry?
A Scottish construction law specialist has warned that the recent UK Supreme Court ruling that Uber drivers should be treated as workers with employment...
Proposals submitted for new student residential project on former Tynecastle High site
S1 Developments has lodged plans for a new student accommodation project at Edinburgh's former Tynecastle High School site.
The development has been tipped to regenerate...
Housebuilder Mactaggart & Mickel posts ‘strong’ set of financial results
MACTAGGART & Mickel has announced a 'strong' set of financial results, with a rise in turnover and double-digit profit result for the fourth year in...
Scotland’s housebuilding sector urges politicians to commit to 25,000 new homes each year
SCOTLAND'S housebuilders have urged politicians across all parties to commit to consistently delivering at least 25,000 new homes each year.
Homes for Scotland (HFS) has launched its manifesto for...
Contractors urged to help stamp out illegal working
MAIN contractors are being urged to carry out spot checks and implement robust procedures to ensure there are no illegal workers on their construction...
Stewart Milne Group reports “strong trading performance”
STEWART Milne Group has reported a significant rise in both turnover and profit.
The housebuilder and timber systems manufacturer said the results vindicate the "bold"...
Topping out ceremony marks Aberdeen Art Gallery milestone
THE transformation of Aberdeen Art Gallery has achieved a major milestone with builders reaching the highest point on the building.
A multi-million pound redevelopment is currently...
Plans submitted for “landmark” Glasgow office development
PLANS have been submitted by Osborne and Co for a 283,000 sq ft Grade A office development in Glasgow city centre.
The firm said the...
Stirling students to benefit from £13.5m sports upgrade
CONSTRUCTION is underway of the £13.5 million redevelopment of the University of Stirling's sports facilities.
Main contractor Morrison revealed demolition works have been completed on...
Bancon Group appoints new chief executive
ABERDEENSHIRE-headquartered construction group, Bancon, has confirmed the appointment of Kevin McColgan as its new chief executive.
He takes the reins of the group, which comprises...
Balfour Beatty to build Third Don Crossing
BALFOUR Beatty has been appointed by Aberdeen City Council to construct the £14.3m Third Don Crossing. The scheme is designed to relieve congestion on the...
Scottish projects boost Kier financial results
KIER Construction Scotland has reported a "strong" performance from them has contributed to the overall Kier Group's financial results, which revealed group revenue is...
