New initiative aims to transform recruitment and skills across Scotland’s construction sector
SCOTLAND'S Construction Accord Transformation Board has launched its Construction Workforce Mission, aimed at tackling the challenge of recruiting, training, and retaining enough skilled workers...
Civil engineering academy launches at HMP Perth
HMP Perth has become the first prison in Scotland to offer a civil engineering training programme for people in custody.
Established by the Civil Engineering...
River restoration work delivers biodiversity benefits at Fife’s Back Burn
A 700m section of the Back Burn has been restored to follow its original course at Coul Den Reservoir, Glenrothes.
The work, which forms part...
Paisley contractor recognised for ‘earn and learn’ opportunities
CLARK Contracts has achieved a Platinum accredited membership as part of The 5% Club’s 2025–26 Employer Audit Scheme.
The award is in recognition of the Paisley-based...
Milestone reached in Citadel Leisure Centre refurbishment project
CONSTRUCTION of a new entrance façade has been completed at the Citadel Leisure Centre in Ayr.
The project forms part of a refurbishment programme, with...
Plans submitted for new homes overlooking Ayr Racecourse
CRUDEN Homes has submitted a planning application for a new housing development overlooking Ayr Racecourse.
Designed by Yeoman McAllister Architects, the proposed development aims to...
Bear Scotland workers secure union recognition and wage win
UNITE the union has confirmed that Inverness-based Bear Scotland maintenance workers who deliver services for major roads have secured union recognition and a wage...
The future of construction relies on upskilling, not just talent attraction
There’s a growing consensus across construction that the skills challenge can’t be solved by inspiring the next generation into the sector alone. While attracting...
Mabey Hire includes embodied carbon calculations with every quote
MABEY Hire has ramped up its commitment to sustainable construction by including embodied carbon calculations on every quote it issues.
The provider of temporary works...
Jayne MacLennan appointed new chair at hub East Central Scotland
HUB East Central Scotland has appointed Jayne MacLennan as its new chair, succeeding John Brown who resigned to focus on his charitable commitments.
Jayne brings...
Pre-budget uncertainty impacts forecasts for UK construction output
THE Construction Products Association’s (CPA) Autumn Forecasts reveal that growth expectations for UK construction output have been revised 'substantially down' amid growing risks and...
Growing partnership completes new affordable homes in Dunfermline
A collection of 16 affordable homes has been completed at Lochside Park in Dunfermline, marking the fourth collaboration between Lochay Homes and Kingdom Housing...
Scottish roofing excellence celebrated at awards lunch
THE winners of the 2025 Scottish Roofing Awards have been announced at a ceremony held in the Grand Central Hotel in Glasgow.
Special guest Tam...
Prime launches recruitment drive ahead of busy winter period
PRIME Property Auctions is launching a recruitment drive as it prepares for its busiest time of the year.
Winter is generally perceived as the worst...
CCG hails ‘excellent’ progress in upgrade works in west Glasgow
CCG has revealed details of the progress its in-house planned maintenance division, Asset Management, is making in delivering kitchen and bathroom upgrades across Whiteinch...
Steel frame specialist appoints new CEO
GLASGOW-based Ross McAdam has been named the new CEO of Embrace Steel Group, a provider of steel frame building solutions.
Outgoing CEO Martin Kelly will remain...
Deep retrofit of SNRC shortlisted for GIA sustainability accolade
THE deep retrofit of Scotland’s National Retrofit Centre has been shortlisted for The Glasgow Institute of Architects (GIA) Awards in the Sustainability category.
The project,...
Balfour Beatty to build landmark Edinburgh city centre concert hall
BALFOUR Beatty has secured a £162 million contract to deliver Edinburgh’s first purpose-built concert hall in over a century.
The contract, awarded by IMPACT Scotland,...
Investing in young people pays off for Forster Group
FORSTER Group, a provider of roofing, solar and battery storage solutions, has revealed how it is defying industry trends by having a workforce with...
£8m Mercedes-Benz Truck and Bus dealership to be built at Eurocentral
CICELEY Commercials has announced plans to create a new £8 million Mercedes-Benz Truck and Bus dealership at Eurocentral, Lanarkshire.
Work on the new site will...
