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Experts in the residential property division of law firm Lindsays are buoyant about price prospects for 2021 in Scotland’s property market after revealing details of their busiest four months on record. The firm recorded almost £100 million worth of sales in just four months.

Director of regional economic growth Kevin Rush highlights some key milestones and outcomes achieved by the Glasgow City Region City Deal during the past year and looks ahead to a promising 2021. Reflecting back on the past twelve months - it's been a challenging year for us all and no les

Ogilvie Construction has completed work on Edinburgh’s first voco™ boutique hotel for Axcel Group.

The UK Government has announced a major £213 million investment to upgrade the UK’s scientific infrastructure, with Scottish facilities to benefit. The investment will equip the UK’s leading scientists, universities and research institutes with new state of the art equipment to dri

Independent chartered surveyor DM Hall has appointed Ayrshire-based John McHugh as the firm’s new managing partner. He replaces Eric Curran who steps down following six years in post and 43 years at the firm.

The UK construction sector held up well in December despite restrictions on activity in many regions, according to the latest monthly survey of purchasing managers.

Highland councillors have agreed to raise a Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) to acquire the Struan House Hotel in Carrbridge to develop the land into much needed affordable housing. The Order, which is to be applied for under Sections 9 and 10 of the Housing (Scotland) Act 1987, will see the council

A group of building engineering specialists has backed the campaign for a new law that would provide local authorities with legal powers to enforce better clean air standards. The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA), which represents engineering companies involved in improving the venti

Three members of the same family have built up more than 55 years with a construction firm. The three members of the Fayers family work for building contractor Anderson — one of the UK’s largest property developers which operates across Suffolk and Essex.

Breedon has appointed James Haluch as managing director of its GB Contracting business. Mr Haluch has been managing director of highways & waste collections at Amey for the last five years. He has grown the business significantly, both in turnover and margin, and has developed a strong service c

Architectural practice Aitken Turnbull has implemented a wholesale restructuring of its studios in Edinburgh, Galashiels and Dumfries, as the firm anticipates further growth in 2021. Aiming to build on a strong performance last year, where revenues exceeded £1.5 million, the company said

Shettleston Housing Association has welcomed a £45 million funding package from Royal Bank of Scotland to refinance existing loans and enable completion of its new build development programme within the area. Providing quality affordable homes and services for the communities of Shettleston, G

Construction Scotland Innovation Centre (CSIC) has today launched a new initiative to promote diversity and inclusion across the construction sector, with targeted support for the industry’s multitude of SMEs. Through the DIveIN training and development programme, CSIC will give businesses the

James Gibb residential factors has appointed David Leese to its senior management team, in the newly-created position of chief operating officer. The extraordinary business growth of James Gibb has driven investment in the new position, which is focused on system leadership across the whole business

Quantity surveying and commercial management consultancy Soben has appointed Paul Brown as strategic adviser to the business to assist the senior team with its expansion in the utilities, infrastructure, and renewable energy sectors. Mr Brown's career has encompassed over 30 years’ experience