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Persimmon Homes North Scotland is taking bold action to tackle mental health stigma on construction sites across the region, bringing Andy’s Man Club to 11 of its developments from Aberdeenshire to Alloa. The initiative forms part of the company’s Wellbeing Wednesday programme, giving em

Clyde Gateway has appointed commercial property specialist Ryden to lead on the occupational agency and marketing of its landmark £500 million Innovation masterplan, marking a major step forward in accelerating delivery and occupier engagement across the regeneration area. The Innovation maste

The Scottish Government’s planned exemptions from rent control measures within the Housing (Scotland) Act 2025 signal a more stable and investable landscape for developers, investors and funders, offering a timely catalyst for boosting housing supply across Scotland, write Russell Munro and Pa

Fund and asset manager Thriving Investments has appointed Ed Crockett as fund manager for its £260 million New Avenue Living fund, strengthening the platform’s continued growth across Scotland and Manchester. New Avenue Living is Thriving Investments’ essential worker housing strat

Kate Macleod and Sam Griffin have been recognised as Apprentices of the Year 2025/2026 by the Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA). Kate MacLeod, who works for Calmax Construction in Newmarket near Stornoway on the Isle of Lewis, was awarded SPOA Plant Operator Apprentice of the Year, and Sam Gr

The Royal High School Preservation Trust has appointed Turner & Townsend as project manager and contract administrator for the transformation of Edinburgh’s historic Royal High School into the new National Centre for Music. The landmark project on Calton Hill will breathe new life into the

The provisions of a new Housing Bill in Scotland can help the country to deliver as many as 15,000 additional Build to Rent (BTR) homes over the next few years, building on the 5,000-plus that are already in place, according to property firm Rettie. In what is seen as a major boost for BTR in Scotla

Trident Maintenance Services Ltd, a well-established provider of building maintenance, refurbishment, and improvement services across England and Scotland, has been acquired by Cardo Group. Founded with a clear vision to deliver a more people-focused, collaborative approach to service delivery, Trid

Sustainable packaging technology company Pulpex and main contractor Robertson Construction Central West have marked a major milestone on the construction of a new 87,000 sqft manufacturing facility near Glasgow Airport. Leading the design and build of the project, Robertson has this week completed t

As pressure mounts to deliver new homes faster, more sustainably and at greater scale, English developers are looking beyond their traditional supply chains - and increasingly, they are finding answers north of the border. Deeside Timberframe, one of Scotland’s longest-established timber frame

Anderson Strathern has announced the appointment of Dawn MacPherson as a partner. Ms MacPherson, who will be based in Edinburgh, joins the firm’s English commercial property team, led by Iain Grieve.

Springfield Properties has reported a steady first half, delivering higher profit before tax and sharply reduced bank debt, as the housebuilder accelerates its strategic shift toward major opportunities emerging in the North of Scotland. The board said the performance gives confidence that full‑ye

Record investment of over £28.7 million will be made to council housing across the Stirling area after the local authority agreed a 5.8% rent rise for 2026/27. At a special meeting yesterday, approval was given for the rise, increasing the average rent by £5.43 per week over the 48-week

Akela Ground Engineering has appointed experienced ground engineering professional Jon Goodman as contracts manager, supporting the company’s continued growth nationwide. Jon joins Akela Ground Engineering with nearly a decade of experience in contract management and engineering roles across t

Scottish construction and refurbishment specialist Alpha Projects has transitioned to an employee-owned model to reward its workforce and secure long-term stability. By adopting an employee ownership trust (EOT) structure, the north-east of Scotland company aims to safeguard its core values and cult