Trio of housebuilders break ground at new Hamilton site
WORK starts this week on 781 new private and social homes for rent at Cornhill Village, Hamilton as Cala Homes (West), Barratt Homes West...
Groundbreaking ceremony marks milestone moment for major Glasgow development
CONSTRUCTION of the final building phase at one of Scotland’s largest ever development projects is set to start.
A groundbreaking ceremony has marked the start...
New construction apprentice opportunities in the Highlands
MORE construction apprenticeships will be available for young people in the Highlands thanks to a ground breaking scheme launched in Inverness.
The Shared Apprenticeship Scheme (SAS)...
Construction sector sets out key election priorities
SKILLS shortages, regulatory stability, infrastructure investment, and the promotion of greener construction initiatives are among the most pressing concerns raised by construction industry stakeholders...
Evelyn Scott appointed new chair at SBCC AGM
THE Scottish Building Contract Committee (SBCC) Ltd has announced the appointment of Evelyn Scott as chair of the SBCC board.
Evelyn represents the Royal Institution...
FMB launches construction training academy to tackle skills shortages
THE Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has launched a construction training academy aimed at addressing the sector's critical skills shortages.
In partnership with the Construction...
Graham apprentice shortlisted for top award
A Glasgow-based apprentice who moved to the UK as a refugee from Afghanistan has been nominated for a national apprenticeship award.
25-year-old Graham Construction trainee,...
Manufacturer unveils ‘revolutionary’ concrete roof tile
RUSSELL Roof Tiles has announced the launch of a 'revolutionary' new concrete roof tile, following a £2 million investment and five years in design...
Primary pupils push the boat out on Edinburgh Park poetry initiative
A poem written by primary school pupils in Edinburgh has been unveiled at Edinburgh Park, a new zero carbon urban quarter being developed by...
Scottish Government to invest £100m in mid-market rent builds
THE Scottish Government has announced that it is to support the build of 2,800 mid-market homes with an investment of £100 million.
Announced as part...
Apprentices ‘crucial’ to improving sector’s diversity
SCOTTISH Apprenticeship Week can play a 'pivotal' role in helping the building services sector get to grips with skills shortages and lack of diversity,...
Contractor appointed for build of ‘state-of-the-art’ campus in Scottish Borders
MORRISON Construction has been appointed to deliver an education, medical, and community campus in Earlston.
The firm will deliver the building on behalf of the...
Trade body responds to housing consultation
TRADE body Homes for Scotland (HFS) has outlined its response to the Scottish Government’s 'Housing to 2040' consultation, in which it cited political leadership, resourcing...
Former Mactaggart & Mickel Chairman dies on holiday
FORMER Mactaggart & Mickel chairman Derek Mickel has died suddenly while on holiday in Feurteventura.
Tributes have been paid to the 79-year-old Scottish businessman who...
Scarborough Group launches sculpture design competition
SCARBOROUGH Group International (SGI) has launched a sculpture design competition in collaboration with Edinburgh College of Art (ECA).
The initiative invites students to design a...
East Kilbride railway project progresses ‘significantly’
WORKS have progressed 'significantly' on Network Rail's East Kilbride enhancement project, the rail organisation has said.
The 16-month programme started last month and involves the...
Landlords urged to ensure compliance ahead of new Repairing Standard guidance
TRADE body SELECT is urging Scotland’s private landlords to ensure their electrical installations are compliant with the new Repairing Standard guidance which comes into...
Housebuilder hoping for green light for next phase of “landmark” site
CALA Homes (North) has submitted plans to Aberdeen City Council for the second phase of the Craibstone Estate development.
Work is already underway for the...
Contractor delivers £4m industrial unit project in Kilmarnock
CLARK Contracts is currently on site delivering the £4 million design and build contract of two new industrial units within Kilmarnock’s Moorfield Park.
The facilities...
Housebuilder marks International Children’s Book Day in Aberdeen
PUPILS from Brimmond Primary School in Aberdeen received a visit from author and storyteller Jackie Ross to celebrate International Children’s Book Day this week,...
