‘Building passports’ could help remedy future crises

AN academic has told Project Scotland that the public is right to be concerned at the apparent lack of knowledge on which of our...

UCATT seeks urgent talks over future of Hewlett Construction

Construction union UCATT are seeking urgent talks with administrators, after Leeds-based Hewlett Construction fell into administration. It is the second time a civil engineering company...

Local wind farm to power Glasgow’s largest single office building

GLASGOW'S largest single office building is to be powered by a wind farm located just 15 miles away. The £80 million 177 Bothwell Street office...

‘We mean business’

THE search has started for developers to continue the regeneration of a Paisley community. The Cart Corridor Joint Venture Company said its plans are starting...
Lost Shore Surf Resort

£6m building services package supports Lost Shore Surf Resort

ARC-Tech (Scotland) has revealed details of its £6 million mechanical and electrical (M&E) services package for Scotland’s latest tourist destination in Edinburgh. The £60 million...

Construction charity boosted by £100,000 Barclays donation

THE Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity has announced it is one of 100 UK charities to be awarded a £100,000 donation from Barclays. The cash will...

Timber frame manufacturer agrees partnership with L&Q

STEWART Milne Timber Systems has agreed a deal to deliver timber frame for more than 1,500 homes for housing association L&Q.  The company will...
Robertson Facilities Management team collecting award

Robertson honoured for partnership working at national awards

ROBERTSON Facilities Management scooped the Overall Winner title at this year’s PFM Partnership Awards for its work with the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service...

CICV Forum welcomes next phase of construction’s return to work

THE Construction Industry Coronavirus (CICV) Forum has welcomed the announcement regarding further easing of lockdown restrictions in Scotland, but said health and safety and collaboration...

Investment in people pays off for building services specialist

GLASGOW-based building services contractor Arc-Tech (Scotland) has reached a significant milestone after taking on its 100th employee. The firm, which specialises in industrial & commercial,...

Council team praised for work on £11m Lochaber project

THE Highland Council team working on the Caol and Lochyside flood protection scheme in Lochaber has been praised for helping to provide protection to...

Broken mobile phones to be used in structural artwork project at Strathclyde Park

NORTH Lanarkshire Council has asked residents to donate broken or unwanted mobile phones, tablets and laptops for an innovative new project at Strathclyde Country...
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Time to back Scotland’s SME housebuilders – before it’s too late

By Jane Wood, chief executive of Homes for Scotland IN June 2024, Homes for Scotland (HFS) took a bold step to fill a glaring gap in...

Communications consultancy strengthens team following Muir Group appointment and double award win

GLASGOW-based Perceptive Communicators has achieved a major milestone after being appointed to provide strategic communications services for Muir Group, expanding its specialist team with...
BESA Awards

Entries sought for BESA Awards 2026

THE Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has launched its Industry Awards 2026. Mitsubishi Electric is again headline sponsor once and the association revealed it has already...

Roof tile manufacturer pitches in to help local charity

THE Lochmaben team at roof tile manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles is supporting a local children’s charity this festive season. The company is donating £500 to...

Work starts on Perth housing developments

TWO new housing developments are to get underway in the north of Perth this month – both of which are being designed and built by...

Inclusivity guide looks to address gender imbalance in construction

A free industry guide has been launched with the aim of attracting more women into the UK construction industry. The online Inclusive Value Tool has...
Crane by new bridge build

Critical work in replacing Balliemore Bridge carried out

THE next stage in a critical project to replace Balliemore Bridge in Cowal has been carried out. The original crossing was demolished following its partial...
Barratt sponsored football event

Barratt-sponsored football event raises thousands for Archie Foundation

THE annual Battle of the Badges football tournament, sponsored by Barratt Developments, has raised £20,200 for the Royal Aberdeen Children's Hospital's official charity, the...