Builder brings new schools programme to life in Aberdour
PUPILS from Aberdour Primary School in Fife have taken part in Cala Homes’ ‘Land to Life’ project, which is a new curriculum-based programme aimed...
Local contractors sought for building maintenance work in Moray
MORAY Council is inviting local contractors to tender for a wide range of building maintenance work.
The new Building Services Contractors Framework will cover more...
Electricians’ campaign creates a spark in parliament
A campaign for recognition of electricians as a profession has reached a major milestone after the issue was debated in the Scottish Parliament.
SELECT, the Scottish Joint...
Housing drop is alarming says new boss
THE new president of the Scottish Building Federation’s Dundee and Angus Association is to campaign for more public investment in construction projects.
Karen Nicoll, who...
Cruden strengthens technical design team with double appointment
HOUSEBUILDER Cruden has announced the appointment of two senior hires within its design and technical team.
Nicola McGuiness has been named head of technical, while...
Recruitment firm opens new Dundee base to address sector shortages
A Scottish recruitment company claims Dundee could hold the key to a shortage affecting the country’s manufacturing, engineering and technology businesses.
ESS Recruit, which launched...
BDP celebrates double triumph at property awards
ARCHITECTURAL practice BDP is celebrating after securing double recognition at The Herald Property Awards for Scotland 2022.
The Learning and Teaching Building, created for the...
Glasgow looks to accelerate Clyde Metro plans
GLASGOW City Council has partnered with the UK Infrastructure Bank (UKIB) in a bid to accelerate the development of the proposed Clyde Metro.
The plans...
Mackie joins Ogilvie team
GEORGE Mackie has joined Ogilvie Construction as Commercial Director, enhancing the senior team as the company continues to deliver solid growth across its operations.
George...
Springfield Properties backs talented young golfer
SPRINGFIELD Properties has announced the sponsorship of an amateur Highland golfer in a bid to help her achieve her ambitions of becoming professional.
Summer Elliott...
CCG completes latest phase of fire safety measures in East Kilbride flats
CCG Group has supplied and installed enhanced fire door sets to more than 150 residences in East Kilbride.
The work was carried out on behalf...
Robertson reports turnover jump as it posts annual results
ROBERTSON has seen turnover jump by a third, thanks to a number of large projects including the Macallan distillery and visitor centre in Speyside...
Lack of construction careers advice in Scotland ‘threatens housing targets’
THE lack of construction careers advice in Scotland is threatening the country's housing and net zero ambitions, the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has...
Plans submitted for mixed-use Glasgow development near High Street Station
PLANS have been lodged for a new mixed-use development in Glasgow which includes over 220 apartments on a vacant site near High Street Station.
Vastint...
Housebuilder’s donation supports purchase of school learning equipment
BELLWAY Homes Ltd (Scotland East) has donated £3,365 to Elphinstone Primary in East Lothian to help pay for learning equipment.
The school plans to use...
Cruden Homes to reopen Scottish sites from June 29
CRUDEN Homes has confirmed plans to reopen show homes and sales suites from 29 June.
The housebuilder revealed it has enjoyed 'encouraging' levels of enquiries...
SELECT unveils three-point plan ahead of Scottish elections
TRADE body SELECT has issued a three-point plan for action as part of its manifesto for next year’s Scottish Parliamentary elections.
The organisation, which represents...
Safe digging ‘anxiety’ keeping Brits awake at night
NEW research from LSBUD has claimed that Brits are embarking on so many DIY projects that concerns about staying safe while digging are keeping them...
Products distributor trials ‘industry first’ traceability initiative
CCF has announced an 'industry first' trialling of a new product traceability initiative designed to offer customers greater visibility on the journey products take...
Perth city centre used as creative ‘urban laboratory’
PERTH city centre has been used as a creative 'urban laboratory' to explore and test ideas by architecture and urban planning students at the...
