Construction industry coronavirus forum formed
A number of ‘simple’ actions have been suggested to the Scottish Government to help with cash flow and protect jobs in the construction industry...
Trade body claims planning proposals ‘at odds’ with Scottish Government’s growth plan
HOMES for Scotland (HFS) has warned that the Scottish Government's new proposals on planning 'contradicted' plans to 'generate significant economic growth, combined with a...
First minister hints further restrictions may be necessary for non-essential work
NICOLA Sturgeon has noted the Republic of Ireland's shutdown of non-essential construction in today's (January 7) daily Covid-19 briefing and indicated this is the...
Joined-up approach can help construction industry achieve green goals
A structural engineer and Passivhaus specialist has called for a ‘clear direction’ around the construction industry’s approach to sustainability.
Jamie Paterson, senior engineer at Will...
‘Challenging’ economic climate impacting Scottish construction activity
NEW research has revealed that Scottish construction activity continued to fall at the end of last year amid financial constraints and a challenging economic...
Green light for East Ayrshire eco-wellness park
THE build of an eco-wellness park at the former Barony Colliery in Auchinleck has moved a step closer after East Ayrshire Council granted planning...
Finalists named for Scottish Property Awards
THE finalists have been announced for the 3rd annual Scottish Property Awards.
A 19-strong judging panel has reviewed 40 new developments which are currently undergoing...
Keys to new schools at Dunfermline Learning Campus handed over
FIFE Council has officially taken ownership of the new St Columba's RC High School and Woodmill High School at the Dunfermline Learning Campus.
The keys...
Caley Timber and Building Supplies adopts employee ownership model
A Highland timber and building supplies business has secured the future of 24 jobs with a switch to employee ownership.
Caley Timber and Building Supplies...
Historic Millport Town Hall set to reopen following ‘transformative renovation’
THE refurbished Millport Town Hall is set to reopen following a 'transformative renovation' of the historic building.
The grand opening ceremony marks the culmination of...
£10m distillery included in Pacific Quay planning application
DRUM Property Group has submitted a planning application for a £30 million mixed-use development at Glasgow's Pacific Quay.
The business is working with Scottish Enterprise...
Artisan buys Edinburgh’s Caledonian Brewery with 170 new homes planned
ARTISAN Real Estate has agreed terms with Heineken UK to purchase the 1.9-acre Caledonian Brewery in Shandon, Edinburgh.
The regeneration specialist has submitted a Proposal...
Group will hold political parties to account on payment commitments
THE Specialist Engineering Contractors’ (SEC) Group has announced that it will be writing to all political parties on 13 December - the day after the...
Trade body expresses concerns about Scotland’s revised planning framework
A housebuilding trade body has claimed that Scotland’s revised national planning framework (NPF4) still fails to adequately recognise the country’s housing 'crisis'.
The framework is...
Glasgow city centre building to be demolished following fire
A building left 'seriously compromised' on Glasgow's Union Corner following the devastating fire on March 8 is to be demolished, Glasgow City Council has...
Scottish projects boost Kier financial figures
A "strong performance" from Kier Construction Scotland has boosted the Kier Group's latest financial results.
The Group announced revenue of £4.2 billion (up 26% on last...
Long arm of the law – first tenant signs up for new Glasgow development
SCOTLAND’S largest law firm has signed up to become the first occupier at BAM Properties’ latest development.
Brodies LLP will lease 25,000 square feet on...
Landmark £32.5m Perth school set to open
Construction is completed at the £32.5m Bertha Park High School. Described as the first 'brand new' secondary school in Scotland for more than quarter of a century.
Youngsters get a ‘passport to work’ on old buildings
Project Scotland reports on a new initiative to tackle skills shortages and preserve historic landmarks
AS rising tuition fees for secondary education continue to price gifted...
New CITB business plan aims to give employers greater say in solving skills challenges
THE Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has set out three core priorities in its newly published business plan.
Improving construction’s people pipeline, creating defined training...
