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Work begins on transformation of Orkney playpark space

WORK is underway on Papdale East Playpark following approval by Orkney Islands Council of a design by HarrisonStevens Landscape Architects for the 'rejuvenation' of...

Work complete on build of new Skye nursery

WORK has been completed on the build of Bun-Sgoil Shlèite's new nursery building in Skye. James MacQueen Building Contractors and R.HOUSE undertook the works to...

Roof tile manufacturer announces net zero commitment

PITCHED roof tile manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles has unveiled its plans to become a net zero business by 2040. The Lochmaben-based firm revealed its major...

Regeneration of Glasgow canal has cut risk of chronic disease by 15%, say researchers

LIVING within 700 metres of a 'well-developed' canal can cut the risk of those living in deprived areas developing chronic life-shortening diseases by up...

Build of 600 new homes eyed in Buckie as long-term expansion plans unveiled

A long-term expansion plan has been published for the seaside town of Buckie, which includes proposals for the build of 600 new homes. Moray Council's...

Dunfermline firm lands £1.8m fit-out contract at Winchburgh campus

DUNFERMLINE-based fit-out specialist Deanestor has been awarded a £1.8 million contract by Morrison Construction for a new £60 million multi-school campus in West Lothian. The...

Amey uses government scheme to kickstart Scottish construction careers

AMEY has revealed it is utilising the UK Government’s Kickstart programme by converting participants into full time apprenticeships. Students who joined the scheme in 2021...

Policymakers urged to consider use of beavers in river restorations

BEAVERS could help improve Scotland's water quality and limit the effects of drought, a new report has revealed. The study, carried out by the University...

Work starts at 84-home Aberdour development

WORK has started on the site of a new 84-home development in Aberdour, Fife. CALA Homes is constructing 63 four and five-bedroom detached homes and...

Football club is pitch perfect after securing donation from housebuilder

ARDGOWAN Thistle Football Club has benefited from a £250 donation from Bellway Homes (Scotland West). The club turned to the housebuilder to help pay for...

Reimagining fossil fuel sites

By Ruth Cochrane, enterprise lead within the School of Arts and Creative Industries at Edinburgh Napier University MOST of us are acutely aware that the...

Social impact of projects is ‘business critical’ for construction firms

THE sole delivery of a construction project with no additional benefits is often no longer sufficient, BAM has told Project Scotland. The firm has become...

Stitching together the Great Tapestry of Scotland building

AN architect involved in the creation of the £5 million Great Tapestry of Scotland building has revealed the inspiration behind the design of the...
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Sector needs more support over recruitment and training

A construction recruitment specialist believes a long-term approach to training and development is necessary to help solve the escalating labour shortage problem. Richard Samuels, managing...

Arc-Tech secures Tier 1 subcontractor status with BAM

BAM Construct UK has awarded building services specialist Arc-Tech (Scotland) Category 1 subcontractor status. Designed to 'improve the construction process, build quality, health & safety...

Plans move forward for Winchburgh artist-in-residence project

THE creation of a public art project for Winchburgh in West Lothian has moved forward after planning approval was given to transform a former...

Key milestone achieved in plans for new Dunfermline neighbourhood

TAYLOR Wimpey East Scotland has acquired land off Whitefield Road in Dunfermline, which the firm described as signalling a 'key milestone' in the delivery...

Maxi to deliver West Lothian College improvement works

MAXI Construction has landed a contract to deliver alteration and student-focused improvement works to West Lothian College in Livingston. This is the company’s second contract...

Land acquisition set to deliver 227 new homes in Jacktonhall

TAYLOR Wimpey West Scotland is to deliver a new 227-home development after acquiring land off Jackton Road on the western edge of East Kilbride. This...

Scotland’s construction industry enters 2022 with renewed optimism

2021 was one of the most challenging years on record for the Scottish construction industry. Material shortages, soaring price rises, the skills gap, and...