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Amrit Singh

GBSS teams up with Tigers to help train next generation of construction workers

GBSS Civil Engineering has spoken of the collaborative relationship it has formed with Tigers Group, the training organisation for young people which is helping...
Tim Balcon

CITB launches Consensus process for 2026-29 levy proposals

THE Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has launched its Consensus process to assess sector support for its levy proposals. Consensus is the process through which...
Michael Jeffrey, Vice Principal, Edinburgh College; David Cairns, Regional Managing Director, Robertson Construction Central East; and Neil McKay, Managing Director, Urban Union

Robertson and Edinburgh College sign MOU to widen access to construction careers

ROBERTSON Group and Edinburgh College have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) as part of their ambitions to provide students with hands-on experience and...
Chris O’Neil, principal and chief executive of UHI

UHI investment offers construction students space to grow

SOME 500 individuals are projected to be trained each year at UHI Inverness’ new Sustainable Construction Centre, the learning institute has revealed to Project...
Clark Contracts trainees

Contractor seeks applications for trainee and apprentice roles following careers events

CLARK Contracts has opened applications for trainee and apprentice positions following the firm's 9th annual careers events. Two events were held in Paisley and Edinburgh...
Left to right: Alan Chim (Head of Asset Management, Glasgow Caledonian), Professor Billy Hare, Tom Steele, Alex Reid (Apsis Solutions) and Dr Michael Tong.

Scottish project will explore relationship between healthcare and built environment

A 'groundbreaking' initiative in Scotland will fund six PhD studentships to explore the relationship between healthcare and the built environment. Thanks to funding from NHS...
Drone being flown

Forth Valley College to deliver Scotland’s first drone training course

FORTH Valley College (FVC) is to become the first in the Scotland to deliver a drone training course. The Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB)...

Ark Estates leases prominent commercial unit to UHI Inverness for Sustainable Construction Centre

ARK Estates has leased a prominent commercial unit at Inverness' 58 Harbour Road to UHI Inverness. The learning institute is to transform the building into...
Alan Wilson

Ageing workforce and electrical skills shortages ‘could hamper net zero goals’

TRAINING the electrical talent of tomorrow is 'essential' if Scotland is to address the current skills shortage and meet its net zero targets. That's the...

Network Rail to recruit 38 Scottish apprentices to three-year course

NETWORK Rail has announced that it will be recruiting 38 apprentices in Scotland for its 2025 apprenticeship programme. Apprentices are required at locations across the...
Tony Lawther

Roofing specialist draws attention to benefits of apprenticeships

BRIGGSAMASCO has marked Scottish Apprenticeship Week by highlighting the benefits of recognised industry qualifications. The roofing specialist is a long-time provider of apprenticeship programmes and...
Fiona Hodgson

Apprenticeships at 14 slammed as ‘reckless, unworkable and deeply irresponsible’

THE Plumbing and Heating Federation (SNIPEF) has branded Scottish Conservative proposals to allow pupils to leave school at 14 for apprenticeships or college places...
Image credit: CITB

New report highlights surge in women starting construction apprenticeships

NEW research has revealed that the number of women starting construction apprenticeships in the UK has risen dramatically in recent years. A report from the...

UHI Inverness looks to capitalise on ‘dawning of a new industrial revolution’ in region

UHI Inverness has said that economic development opportunities in its local area are the 'dawning of a new industrial revolution' as it looks to...
Kirsty Evans and Graeme Dey MSP

Scottish construction firms urged to pursue apprenticeship grants

THE Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) is urging Scottish construction companies to accelerate the number of apprenticeship starts by claiming CITB apprenticeship grants. To mark...
CR Smith apprentices

CR Smith hails trainee programme for aspiring joiners

THE latest recruits to the CR Smith training programme are on track to become fully qualified joiners following success in their latest knowledge tests. The...
Arc Tech apprentices Lewis Esson (left) and Ross Stewart

Building services provider commits to trio of new M&E trade apprenticeships

BUILDING services provider Arc-Tech (Scotland) has reaffirmed its commitment to provide M&E trade apprenticeships in 2025 with a confirmed intake of three new entrants...
CCG apprentices Calvin (left); Innes (centre); and Elliot (right)

CCG reinforces commitment to apprenticeships with 2025 intake

CCG (Scotland) has announced plans to recruit up to 10 new trade apprentices across the group in 2025. The firm's award-winning apprenticeship programmes provide young...

Grandfather’s legacy inspires Ayrshire brothers to get apprenticeships

A trio of Ayrshire brothers are keeping their grandfather's legacy alive by highlighting the benefits of apprenticeships during Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2025. Callum, Jack, and...
Will Townsend

Ex-fitness entrepreneur embarks on new career with construction apprenticeship

AHEAD of Scottish Apprenticeship Week, Thomas & Adamson has highlighted the achievements of the former owner of a sports nutrition business who has embarked...