MPA announces new study ahead of the Scottish Aggregates Tax launch
MPA Scotland, which represents the majority of Scotland’s aggregates producers, has announced it has started research into the economic contribution of the industry, ahead...
Chaos in Portugal and Spain shines very bright light on vital role of electricians
By Alan Wilson, MD of SELECT
It has come as a shock of unprecedented voltage, not just in Spain and Portugal but across the western...
Plumbing and heating profession faces ‘critical’ shortage of skilled workers
THE latest State of Trade report from the Plumbing and Heating Federation (SNIPEF) has revealed a 'critical' shortage of skilled workers.
Three consecutive quarters of...
Project team appointed for Oban Airport Business Park build
HUB North Scotland and Robertson Construction have been appointed to deliver a business park at Oban Airport on behalf of Argyll and Bute Council.
The...
Search begins for contractor to build £16m Bridge of Allan flood defence scheme
APPROVAL has been granted by Stirling Council to procure a contract to design and build a £16 million flood defence scheme in Bridge of...
Pool leaks delay opening of Scotland’s first Passivhaus leisure centre
BAM has apologised after the opening of Scotland's first Passivhaus leisure centre in Blairgowrie was delayed following the discovery of leaks in the facility's...
Developer secures £100m loan for major Glasgow student accommodation build
VITA Group has secured a loan of around £100 million from Eldridge Real Estate Credit for the build of a 591-bed purpose-built student accommodation...
Albyn Housing Society expands into Skye with key worker homes
ALBYN Housing Society is expanding into the Isle of Skye for the first time by providing seven affordable homes for key workers for mid-market...
McTaggart Construction helps deliver affordable homes and community benefits at Willox Park
MCTAGGART Construction and West Dunbartonshire Council are teaming up to bring new affordable housing and community benefits to Willox Park.
The announcement marks collaboration on...
Muir Homes earns award recognition for customer satisfaction
FIFE-based Muir Homes has been honoured with the Gold Award for Customer Satisfaction by In-house Research, following feedback from homebuyers.
The award is based on...
AS Homes appoints construction manager
AS Homes has announced the promotion of Ian McGarvey to construction manager.
The move follows Ian’s seven-year tenure with the company, joining in 2018 as...
Report warns of housing barriers across Scotland for those with complex needs
NEW research by Heriot-Watt University has revealed that 'significant systemic barriers' are preventing people with learning disabilities and complex needs in Scotland from accessing...
Retailer eyes more Scottish sites as part of UK-wide expansion plans
LIDL GB has announced plans to invest half a billion pounds in its expansion, with plans to open more than 40 new stores across...
Construction starts on final phase of new homes at Newton Farm
TAYLOR Wimpey West Scotland has started construction on the final phase of new homes at
Newton Farm in Cambuslang.
Planning Permission in Principle for Phase 2...
NASC confirms release of phase two of TG30
SCAFFOLDING and access trade body NASC has announced phase two of TG30 is now live and available for the industry to use.
The move is said...
Civils specialist puts five employees through emergency first aid training course
FIVE employees from GBSS Civil Engineering have completed an emergency first aid course, organised by West Lothian-based Forde Training Services.
The four-day long course saw...
FMB shares safety measures for outdoor workers ahead of expected heatwave
AHEAD of an expected heatwave in the UK this week, the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) is calling on tradespeople and homeowners to prioritise...
Build of North Ayrshire salmon facility could create 264 construction jobs
THE build of a salmon rearing facility in Hunterston could generate 264 full-time jobs during the construction phase, North Ayrshire Council has revealed.
Bakkafrost Scotland...
‘Truly unique’ residential development opportunity arises in Morningside
SAVILLS is marketing a 'truly unique' residential development opportunity within a former church in the heart of Morningside, Edinburgh.
The sale offers the chance to...
Bellway invites applicants for 2025 apprenticeship and graduate intake
BELLWAY Homes has announced it is inviting suitable candidates to apply for its 2025 apprenticeship and graduate intake in Scotland.
The housebuilder offers the two...
