Earliest parts of HMP Barlinnie recognised as Category A-listed
PARTS of Glasgow's HMP Barlinnie have been recognised as a Category A-listed building by Historic Environment Scotland (HES).
Situated in the north-east of the city,...
Ryden hails ‘record’ year of transactions across Scotland
RYDEN has revealed it has delivered one of its strongest years to date, after completing more than 3.2 million sq ft of industrial transactions...
Scottish Water makes landmark commitment to low carbon concrete
SCOTTISH Water has announced it has become the first UK organisation to sign a pledge committing itself to buying a certain amount of low...
Procast secures spot on UK-wide CHIC framework
HAMILTON-based Procast Group has landed a place on the UK-wide Communities & Housing Investment Consortium (CHIC’s) Multi-Element Framework.
The firm has been appointed under the framework’s...
Uncertainty is undermining Scotland’s building industry
By Paul Mitchell, operations director at the Scottish Building Federation (SBF)
CONSTRUCTION is the engine room of the Scottish economy, contributing 7.4% of total output...
Edinburgh Boiler Company sets out ‘aggressive’ expansion strategy
THE Edinburgh Boiler Company (EBC) has announced it is targeting growth by acquisition as the firm prepares for the next stage of expansion.
EBC revealed...
Heron Bros begins build of £48.8m Ayrshire Innovation Park
CONSTRUCTION of the £48.8 million Ayrshire Innovation Park at Moorfield in Kilmarnock is officially underway.
The site spans almost 32 acres and will be home...
CCG Homes unveils first official images of new Linlithgow apartments
CCG Homes has offered a first official look of The Sidings, a new development of 18 two-bedroom apartments coming soon to Linlithgow.
Situated just off...
Allied Surveyors Scotland confirms partnership with OS Capture
ALLIED Surveyors Scotland has announced a new partnership with OS Capture, becoming the first surveying firm in the UK to adopt the company’s digital...
Tulloch Homes welcomes ten new apprentices to the business
HIGHLAND housebuilder Tulloch Homes has welcomed ten new apprentices to its team.
The local recruits have each started their apprenticeships across painting and decorating, taping,...
Revamp of Glasgow’s George Square nears halfway point
THE £20 million revamp of Glasgow's George Square is nearing the halfway point with new stone surfaces being installed across its bordering streets.
High-quality stone...
Keepmoat and Kingdom Housing Association to deliver 80 Glenrothes homes
KEEPMOAT is to deliver 80 affordable homes off Foxton Drive in Glenrothes in partnership with Kingdom Housing Association.
The affordable housing development, which was granted...
Youngsters on universal credit to get opportunities in construction
YOUNG people on universal credit are set to be given training and workplace opportunities in construction, as part of new UK Government plans.
A new...
Major European firms appointed to Shetland Islands tunnel project
THREE major European firms have been appointed for the next phase of work on the potential creation of tunnels that would connect the Shetland...
Work completes ahead of schedule on renewal of Keith bridge
NETWORK Rail has completed renewal work on the Banff Turnpike railway bridge near Keith, allowing the A95 to reopen two weeks ahead of schedule.
The...
GDL begins construction phase at Torness for EGL1 initiative
GDL has started the construction phase of a bulk earthworks and ground improvement contract at Torness for METLEN Energy and Metals, on behalf of...
Parkhead Hub officially opened in Glasgow’s east end
THE Parkhead Hub has been officially opened by first minister John Swinney in Glasgow's east end. Built by BAM Construction, the £67 million health,...
Housebuilder aims to inspire young women to explore STEM careers
CRUDEN Homes is supporting female education in STEM subjects after hosting a dedicated Girls in STEM event at Lasswade High School in Bonnyrigg.
Led by...
Groundforce appoints Warren Buckland as MD
GROUNDFORCE has announced the appointment of Warren Buckland as the firm's new managing director.
Warren has been serving as interim MD of the construction services...
Network Rail prepares for Storm Bram
NETWORK Rail meteorologists are closely monitoring forecasts and supporting preparations ahead of Storm Bram hitting Scotland.
The Met Office has issued an amber warning for...
