FMB says immigration could help address sector skills shortages
THE Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has welcomed reports that the UK Government is planning to loosen immigration rules to help tackle skills shortages...
Tilbury Douglas secures five-year framework for Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
TILBURY Douglas has secured a new five-year framework with The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo to continue delivering the stadium for the internationally acclaimed event.
The...
Scottish green energy specialist secures major investment
A Glasgow-headquartered green energy specialist has secured investment of up to £100,000 to scale the business across Scotland.
Aventus Eco - installers of green energy...
New Renfrew development gets the go-ahead
AS Homes (Scotland) Ltd has been granted planning permission for a new £8.5 million development in Renfrew.
The firm will build 67 homes - a mix...
Edinburgh’s Botanic Gardens set to bloom
The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE) has received the backing of city councillors to proceed with a £70 million development.
Taylor Wimpey makes detailed planning application for 288-home development
TAYLOR Wimpey West Scotland has submitted an approval of matters specified in conditions (MSC) for the build of 288 homes in Coatbridge.
The site, at...
Clyde 1 relocates to ‘best-in-class’ Glasgow studios and offices
REAL estate advisor CBRE has advised Bauer Media Group on its relocation to 100 Queen Street in Glasgow City Centre, where its flagship radio...
Swiss specialist to aid in Cairngorm funicular railway’s reopening
A team of engineers from Swiss funicular specialist Garaventa is to carry out 'rigorous' mechanical safety testing and trial operations on the Cairngorm funicular...
Lighthouse festive event raises £212,000
MORE than £200,000 was raised for construction families at the Lighthouse construction industry charity Christmas lunch.
Almost 1000 guests attended the event in London, which included...
Green credentials help attract Knight Frank to new Aberdeen office space
COMMERCIAL property consultancy Knight Frank has become the first tenant to secure office space in a newly refurbished building in Aberdeen's west end.
The deal...
Summers-Inman appoints new director
SUMMERS-INMAN, the construction and property consultancy, has added to its senior team with the announced of a new director.
Alex Lodge will have UK-wide responsibility...
ISG appoints new COO for UK construction
ZOE Price has been appointed chief operating officer (COO) for ISG's UK construction operations.
Previously group director for public sector frameworks, ISG said she has...
First phase plans approved for £1 billion Perth development
PERTH and Kinross Council has given the green light to plans for the first phase of Springfield Properties’ £1 billion Bertha Park development.
First phase...
Procast ensures charity golf day goes with a swing
PROCAST Group, which has served as the main sponsor of Airdrie Golf Club’s annual charity event for several years, has helped raise over £6,000...
Build of £8.6m Elgin housing development complete
WORK has been completed on the build of 28 new homes at Glassgreen Village in Elgin, following a partnership between Grampian Housing Association and...
Local authorities urged to do more to protect supply chain SMEs
THE Specialist Engineering Contractors’ (SEC) Group Scotland has urged construction procurers in local authorities to protect retention monies belonging to SMEs in their supply...
Grampian firms encouraged to attend safety event
CONSTRUCTION firms in the Grampian area are being encouraged to attend a free event to get to grips with health and safety in one of Britain's...
UK Government unveils new crackdown on late payments
THE UK Government is introducing landmark legislation designed to end the 'scourge' of late payments.
The Small Business Protections Bill (formally known as the Commercial...
Aberdeen FC launches consultation on beachfront stadium plans
ABERDEEN FC has opened a consultation on its plans with the city's council for the build of a new stadium.
Plans had initially been in...
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...
