Giant mural of 687 high-vis vests displayed in London to highlight annual trade suicides
A giant piece of artwork made up of 687 high-vis vests has been displayed on a construction site in London to represent the annual...
Scots rugby legend gives backing to charity school build project
SCOTTISH rugby legend Chris Paterson has become an ambassador for a charity build project supported by a number of property companies.
Perth and Kinross-based children’s...
Fifth phase of West Lothian housing development gets underway
DUNDAS has launched phase five of a new build development in West Lothian.
The Uphall Station Village will add a further 53 properties ranging from...
NFRC UK Roofing Awards winners announced
THE winners of the 2023 NFRC UK Roofing Awards have been announced.
The InterContinental London—The O2 was the venue for the awards ceremony, hosted by...
The importance of long-term roadway maintenance
By Richard Ashton, market development manager Bitumen, TotalEnergies UK
THE impact of increasingly volatile weather conditions is having a noticeable effect on Scottish roads,...
Road upgrades could drive positive change
THE leader of South Ayrshire Council has called for significant investment in the A77 trunk road to increase safety, reduce journey times, and boost...
Glasgow event helps shine a spotlight on scaffolding careers
YOUNG people in Scotland had the opportunity to learn more about the potential career opportunities available in the scaffolding and access sector during a...
Aluminium system proves its worth at iconic bridge
LAYHER’S FlexBeam system has been utilised on a major maintenance scheme on the iconic Forth Road Bridge.
The project was to remove, repair, and re-fit...
Next stop on Levenmouth rail project picks up speed
NETWORK Rail is using an innovative new design process to avoid issues relating to global supply shortages and long lead times to continue its...
Cost of living crisis is leading cause of stress for tradespeople
MORE than four in five (84%) UK tradespeople experience mental health problems due to work-related issues, a new study has found.
The research was commissioned...
Builder offers new home buyers the chance to win ‘ultimate’ summer garden package
MILLER Homes is giving house buyers in the west of Scotland the chance to win a summer garden package worth over £1,500.
Running between 12...
Cala submits planning application for 78-home Banchory development
CALA Homes (North) has submitted a planning application to Aberdeenshire Council for a development comprising 78 new homes in Banchory.
25% of the proposed homes...
Housebuilder celebrates record number of award nominations
HOUSEBUILDER Dandara is celebrating after having five developments shortlisted for the Excellence Awards 2023 by Premier Guarantee, a building warranty provider, which recognises the...
Engineers work ‘around-the-clock’ to complete £1.2m Glasgow Central upgrade
A £1.2 million programme to renew track at Glasgow Central's platform 1 has been completed on time and within budget, Network Rail has confirmed.
The...
ATS duo embark on marathon challenge to raise funds for My Name’5 Doddie Foundation
STAFF from Rosyth-based Advanced Traditional Screeding (ATS) are participating in their first marathon this weekend to raise funds for the My Name’5 Doddie Foundation.
Director...
Balfour Beatty trading ‘in line’ with expectations
BALFOUR Beatty has issued a trading update for the year so far in which the business revealed overall trading has been in line with...
Muir Homes to appeal Dalgety Bay planning rejection
MUIR Homes has revealed it plans to appeal against a decision to reject the housebuilder's proposal to deliver 35 new homes on a vacant...
Edinburgh set for build of 115 homes overlooking Union Canal
OVER 100 new council homes are to be built as part of the regeneration of the Fountainbridge area of Edinburgh.
Formerly the site of the...
Construction site inspection campaign targets workers’ lung health
THE Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is launching a nationwide construction site inspection campaign targeted at preventing diseases caused by dust.
Supported by the organisation's...
Groundforce temporary works tool receives further upgrade
GROUNDFORCE Shorco has upgraded its YourSolution design tool for the fourth time since it was launched two years ago.
Sheet and frame designs up to...
