Plans approved for ‘transformational’ Irvine tourism project
AMBITIOUS plans to transform the Harbourside area of Irvine have been approved by North Ayrshire Council.
The Great Harbour masterplan sets out the vision for how the...
Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity publishes 2023 Impact Report
THE Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity has published its 2023 Impact Report which details the vital support and impact it has made to the construction...
It’s time to talk about mental health as much as physical safety in construction
By Rob Bewick, senior construction safety consultant at Thomas & Adamson
In the construction industry, health and safety is most often thought about in terms...
Shepherd and Hardies align new brand identities
Shepherd Chartered Surveyors and Hardies Property & Construction Consultants have announced an alignment of their new brand identities.
The rebranding exercise is said to lend...
UK Roofing Awards winners announced
THE winners of the 2024 NFRC UK Roofing Awards have been revealed at a ceremony at the InterContinental London—The O2, hosted by actor and...
Why Scotland’s architects have designs on England’s green and pleasant land!
The Scottish architecture & design sector is strong. There’s a huge range of talent and an ability and desire to deliver projects at a...
Scotland’s affordable housing sector facing ‘most challenging period in 40 years’
SCOTLAND'S affordable housing sector is facing its 'most challenging period in 40 years', Hardies Property & Construction Consultants has warned.
The warning follows the City...
How to safely navigate retrofit
By Peter Edwards, architect at Holmes Miller
Do you know your EnerPHit from your CarbonLite Retrofit? And if someone mentioned PHPP, would you know what...
Burness Paull recruits new partner amid growing demand for specialist planning advice
BURNESS Paull has announced the strengthening of its planning and environment team with the appointment of Emma Paton as a new partner.
The move comes...
UK builders hoping to ‘make the most’ of warmer summer months
THE Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has described the latest UK construction activity stats as 'concerning'.
ONS Construction Output data for March again shows a...
Glasgow School of Art reaffirms commitment to Mackintosh rebuild
THE Glasgow School of Art (GSA) has reaffirmed its commitment to the faithful reinstatement of the A-listed Mackintosh Building.
A tender is to be issued...
Glasgow architect moves into new home designed by colleagues
AN architect at Anderson Bell + Christie (AB+C) has moved into a new home designed by his colleagues.
Glasgow-based AB+C worked with Urban Union on...
Dandara Aberdeen continues support of Run Garioch fundraiser
THIS year marks Dandara Aberdeen's twelfth year sponsoring the 10k race forming part of the annual Run Garioch event.
The running festival acts as a...
New public artwork unveiled at South Queensferry housing development
A new public artwork has been revealed at Taylor Wimpey East Scotland's Hawthorn Gardens housing development in South Queensferry.
The artwork comes as part of...
Robertson looks to replicate success on University of Glasgow framework
THE University of Glasgow has reappointed Robertson Construction Central West to its construction framework agreement for a third consecutive time.
The firm's appointment to Lot...
Scottish Design Awards 2024 final countdown begins
NOMINEES for the Scottish Design Awards 2024 can begin looking forward to the event as the final countdown begins for the awards presentation on...
Glidevale Protect bolsters technical service with senior appointment
BUILDING materials producer Glidevale Protect has promoted Jim Smith to the role of head of technical.
The firm said the move is designed to continue...
Transport sector leaders call for cross-sector collaboration on Clyde Metro
LEADING transport industry figures have called for cross sector collaboration and a customer-centric approach to the Clyde Metro programme.
The call was made at an...
Plans approved for build of hydrogen hub in Oban
PLANS have been approved for the establishment of a green hydrogen production and distribution centre in Oban.
Alloa-based GreenPower is behind the plans for the...
Highland Council unveils £2 billion investment plan
THE Highland Council has approved an investment plan for the next 20 years worth £2 billion.
Set to see wide ranging investment across communities in...
