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In an exclusive for Scottish Construction Now, Scott Brewster, managing director of sustainable resource management company Brewster Brothers, argues that the forthcoming Scottish Aggregates Tax can be used alongside other fiscal levers and environmental policies in order to boost sustainability and

Principal contractor Balfour Beatty has submitted a planning application for a temporary workforce accommodation village in Stornoway to support construction of the Lewis Hub for SSEN Transmission while protecting local housing, services, and the tourism economy. The proposed village, on part of the

A special event to mark Lar Housing Trust’s 10th anniversary was held at its Meadow House development in Prestonpans. Lar’s first ever development was at Pinkie Mains in Musselburgh and marked the official launch of the trailblazing charity.

Ahead of the elections to the Scottish Parliament on 7 May, the Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) has published its policy manifesto, offering an agenda for the built environment that reverses a cycle of decline and puts design at the heart of Scotland’s communities. As a ch

Cabinet secretary for transport Fiona Hyslop has outlined the Scottish Government’s unwavering commitment to fully dual the A96 from Inverness to Aberdeen. Ms Hyslop has set out to Parliament the steps being taken to take forward the dualling, starting with the Inverness to Nairn (including Na

Robertson Partnership Homes (RPH) has appointed its new board, strengthening the business as it continues to support the delivery of high-quality, sustainable, affordable housing across Scotland. Bringing together a highly experienced leadership team with strong expertise across operations, commerci

The nine-month renovation of a semi-detached house in the Manchester suburb of Stretford is to feature in a new programme on Channel 4. The 90-minute feature-length programme follows the nine-month renovation of a semi-detached house in the Manchester suburb of Stretford, 

East Lothian Council has approved plans for 76 new homes at Windygoul South in Tranent. In December 2019, planning permission in principle was granted for 561 residential units to be built at the Windygoul South site.

Stirling Council and Barratt and David Wilson Homes are celebrating the start of work at Durieshill – the biggest housing development to have secured detailed planning approval in Scotland. The development will be brought by Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes, part of Barratt Redrow. The tra

Ryden has significantly expanded its Professional Services offering following strategic hires and the integration with Lambert Smith Hampton (LSH) in Scotland, bringing together a senior team of leading sector experts to create one of the largest and most experienced valuation, lease advisory and bu

More than £100 million of construction activity planned for 2026 is set to transform Dalmarnock and Shawfield in Glasgow’s east end, delivering new homes, commercial space and vibrant new public realm. Spearheaded by Clyde Gateway, in partnership with a range of private sector investors,

Work to double the capacity of a state-of-the-art learning facility for Stirling’s young people with additional support needs has reached a key milestone. Bluebell House, situated on the grounds of Bannockburn High School, currently offers bespoke accommodation for up to 24 pupils and is fitte

Rail infrastructure contractor QTS Group has made significant progress in the decarbonisation and modernisation of its fleet. Updates include introducing new electric vehicles, enhanced telematics, and advanced AI-driven safety systems. These form part of its commitment to reducing carbon emiss

Orkney Islands Council has launched an investigation after fake planning objections were submitted against a proposed hotel development in Kirkwall. Two bogus representations appeared on the council’s online planning portal, using the names of well‑known local residents and businesses withou

Demand for commercial property in Scotland edged up in the last quarter of 2025 according to the latest Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) commercial property monitor, and, despite clear challenges remaining, surveyors appear cautiously optimistic for both rents and capital values this