Construction workers wait for news on Covid jabs
SCOTLAND’S construction workers look set to have to wait their turn to receive the Covid-19 vaccine despite the majority of sites remaining operational amid...
Construction Industry Coronavirus Forum issues new essential guidance
THE Construction Industry Coronavirus (CICV) Forum has issued new essential guidance to help the sector's operatives to continue to work safely,
The campaigning collective has...
Ambitious housebuilder satisfies appetite for modern living
A forward thinking independent housebuilder is reaping the benefits of the impact of flexible working on the housing market.
With a growing number of people...
New pier takes place at site of £14.3m harbour upgrade
THE new pier is beginning to take shape at Tarbert Ferry Terminal as part of the £14.3 million upgrade project at the harbour.
Owner of...
Plans launched for build of centre of excellence for food and drink in Aberdeen
PLANS have been submitted for the build of a development hub for food and drink businesses in the north east of Scotland.
If given the...
Cruden Building confirms double appointment
CRUDEN Building has made two new appointments in the form of Terri Chisholm as chief buyer and Colin Bain as maintenance contracts manager.
Terri Chisholm...
Tackling flooding and potholes ‘big priorities’ for Fife Council
NEW plans have been unveiled by Fife Council to tackle flooding and potholes in the constituency.
The local authority said it will put £5.45 million...
Rain gardens created in Glasgow as part of £1 billion city region deal
RAIN gardens have been created as part of a key Glasgow city region deal project to reduce local flood risk in the south-east of...
Deadline looms on second consultation on regulation of electrical profession
SELECT has warned that time is running out for those who wish to contribute to the consultation on professional recognition of electricians in Scotland.
The...
Morrisons named as preferred bidder for Banff site
SUPERMARKET firm Morrisons has been named by Aberdeenshire Council as the preferred bidder in a project that could see a new store built in...
hub South West raises £8,400 for The Trussell Trust
HUB South West has donated funds to The Trussell Trust to help disadvantaged households in its south-west Scotland territory.
The Trussell Trust supports a nationwide...
Kinross business lands first project with Hillcrest Homes
KINROSS-based Webster Developments has landed a major contract from Dundee-headquartered Hillcrest Homes.
The move follows on from the firm's work with Caledonia Housing Association in...
ScotRail details ‘huge’ progress made in aim to reduce carbon footprint
SCOTRAIL has revealed that it is on track to cut its carbon footprint by 10,000 tones come May 2021.
It follows an estimated 46,000 tonnes...
Patent secured for garage-based modular housing concept
A house designer has been awarded a UK patent for its approach to transforming unwanted and disused garage sites into affordable new homes.
The patent...
Edinburgh Council envisions more ‘relaxing’ capital post-Covid
THE City of Edinburgh Council has said it envisions a more relaxing capital as it seeks a green recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic.
As part...
Build of distillery recommences following collapse of wall on site
WORK has resumed on the revised plans for the new Rosebank Distillery in Falkirk following a period of inactivity.
Ian Macleod Distillers, who are behind...
Kingdom celebrates double triumph at CIH Scotland Awards
KINGDOM Housing Association celebrated a double triumph at the CIH Scotland Awards.
The Fife-based organisation was crowned the winner in the categories of Excellence in...
Refurbishment work begins at landmark Glasgow building
CONSTRUCTION work is underway on a project to create a bar, restaurant and events space in Glasgow's famous Beresford building.
Pacific Building is delivering the...
Survey shows positive signs of ‘sustained’ Scottish civils recovery
A new study has highlighted signs of a 'sustained recovery' in the Scottish civils sector.
The latest Workload Trends Survey, conducted by trade association CECA...
Upgrades and repairs to take place on over 50 Edinburgh schools
OVER 50 Edinburgh schools and nurseries are having planned works ranging from repairs to upgrades during the February mid-term break.
It comes as part of...
