Crucial £3.5m rail project to get underway in North Lanarkshire
NETWORK Rail is set to commence a £3.5 million project to improve the weather resilience of the railway between Croy and Dullatur.
The 'crucial' nine-month...
Glasgow city centre site transferred to University of Strathclyde
GLASGOW City Council has agreed to the transfer of a city centre site to the University of Strathclyde.
The site - bordered by North Portland...
Milestone marked in construction of new Ayrshire Hospice
A groundbreaking ceremony has marked the start of construction work at the £17 million Ayrshire Hospice redevelopment project.
McLaughlin & Harvey is the main contractor...
Kind-hearted JR Group staff support local groups with Easter donation
THE JR Group has donated more than 600 Easter Eggs to primary schools, nurseries and local community groups across Scotland.
The Easter goodies from the...
Transport Scotland to work with construction sector to make contracts more attractive
TRANSPORT Scotland is inviting potential bidders from across the construction sector to provide their views on potential changes it is considering making to its...
Cala confirms SBTi validation as carbon reduction plans progress
CALA Group, as part of Legal & General, has announced it has received validation from the Science Based Target initiative (SBTi) for its target...
East Kilbride contractor expands free feminine hygiene products initiative
AKP has confirmed the business is adding to its free feminine hygiene products initiative to now include environmentally friendly disposable sanitary bins across all...
Trade body celebrates membership milestone
TRADE body SELECT is celebrating a milestone after welcoming the 25th organisation to its Associate Membership scheme.
Manufacturer Legrand UK & Ireland has joined the partnership,...
Community funding grant supports Glasgow charity during Easter break
COMMERCIAL property company HFD and Virgin Money Foundation's community funding grant has helped a Glasgow charity feed more families and deliver outdoor activities to...
Housing development sees Scotland’s last open rail crossing upgraded
SCOTLAND’S last automatic open railway level-crossing has been upgraded as part of the conditions behind planning permission to build 75 homes in Aviemore.
Access to...
Funding secured after price volatility leaves charity build in jeopardy
AN Inverclyde horticulture charity has secured £400,000 to build a new community hub in Port Glasgow.
Launched in 1997, Parklea Branching Out grows fruit, vegetables,...
Sight charities call for better active travel designs amid safety concerns
TWO charities have called on Scotland's first minister Humza Yousaf to improve accessibility for individuals who are visually impaired.
Sight Scotland and Sight Scotland Veterans...
University to launch ‘unrivalled’ centre focused on health and safety
THE University of Strathclyde is to launch a new centre focused on education, research, and professional development in health and safety.
The move is designed...
How Scottish architecture is making its mark on global design
By Christoph Ackermann, architect and principal at BDP Glasgow
THE proud architecture of Scotland has always reflected social movements, imitated prevailing ideas and influenced design...
Balfour Beatty hails ‘momentous’ milestone as iconic Edinburgh bridge nears reopening
EDINBURGH'S North Bridge is to reopen to two-way traffic following the completion of essential works on its concrete deck.
The crossing has been closed to...
Housebuilder brings Easter cheer to west of Scotland developments
CALA Homes (West) is inviting customers to come and enjoy Easter festivities at its showhomes throughout the west of Scotland.
Taking place every day from...
City Building’s Joint Trade Union Committee donates Easter packs to Glasgow charity
THE Joint Trade Union Committee at Glasgow-based construction firm City Building is supporting Glasgow’s No. 1 Baby and Family Support Service by donating over...
DM Hall acquires long-standing Edinburgh architectural reporting business
DM Hall has announced the acquisition of Edinburgh architectural reporting business, AWA, for an undisclosed sum.
AWA offers an architectural reporting service that gives solicitors...
FMB confirms new partnership to help consumers find quality local builders
THE Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has announced a new partnership with the HomeOwners Alliance (HOA) designed to connect the public with quality local...
Glasgow firm secures Elderpark Housing gas contract
CITY Technical Services (UK) has been appointed by Elderpark Housing as its new gas contractor.
The Glasgow-based company took over the contract to service tenants'...
