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A proposal has been submitted to transform the site of the former Yates and Sons transport depot on Craigens Road, Cumnock, into a new residential development featuring 49 homes. The site, which has remained derelict since being severely damaged by a fire in March 2009, is now being eyed for redevel

A group of first-year apprentices from City Building have launched a fundraising campaign in support of Glasgow Women’s Aid, as they prepare to take on the Tough Mudder challenge on 9 June. Led by apprentices Lennon  McDade and Zachery Camara, the class decided to tackle the demanding obs

Following the Scottish Government’s response to the Grenfell Inquiry report, construction law specialist Caroline Maciver highlights the implications so far for the sector and calls for more clarity to help it progress under the new regulatory regime.  Last month, Holyrood’s housing

Balfour Beatty has been reappointed as a key delivery partner on Network Rail’s eight-year Supply Chain Services’ framework. Having first been appointed in 2018, the new deal includes an option to extend the framework for a further two years.

An East Renfrewshire business has seen its turnover double after accessing support and signposting to £10,000 of grant funding from Business Gateway. Founded by Saffron Grant in 2009, Setting Out for Construction is a specialist civil engineering training organisation dedicated to increasing t

Persimmon Homes East Scotland has become the first housebuilder to enter a partnership with Dyslexia Scotland to make workplace materials more accessible for employees with learning difficulties. The partnership follows a staff survey and listening exercise, which highlighted that many employees fac

Dundee Football Club has written directly to First Minister John Swinney and several senior politicians amid mounting frustrations over delays to its proposed new stadium which, according to the club, is linked to Transport Scotland. The Scottish Premiership club is hoping to build a £100 mill

A new affordable housing development in Inverfarigaig, south of Loch Ness, has been completed, marking a significant milestone for the local community. The project, named Dodd’s Park, is set to deliver much-needed housing in the area, with four three-bedroom homes for affordable rent and two h

The renovation of The Briggait Clydeside Market Halls has been officially completed following an extensive £3.9 million refurbishment by Clark Contracts. To celebrate, an official event was held at the venue on the 2nd of April which was attended by representatives from Clark Contracts, Wasps

For five decades, the name MacLeod has stood for quality, reliability, and dedication in the construction industry. As MacLeod Construction celebrates its 50th anniversary, it’s a fitting time to look back on the company’s remarkable journey - one built on hard work, vision, and a deep c

Mosaic Architecture + Design has made across-the-board promotions of its staff members. The enhanced management team sees Stuart Black and Dan Challis become studio directors, while Ciaran Bennett and Louisa Macrae become associates working alongside the existing management team of Iain McIntosh and

A major milestone has been reached in the construction of Burnet Point, a new £59 million purpose-built student accommodation development at Abbey Lane, Edinburgh. The topping-out ceremony was recently attended by representatives from developer Unite Students and construction contractor GRAHAM

The UK’s government heritage bodies have published a new handbook to support learners undertaking retrofit qualifications, following their renewed commitment to helping the nation transition to net zero.  With approximately 6.5 million pre-1919 buildings in England, Scotland and Wales &nd

Persimmon North Scotland has named Alfred Ombajen as its Apprentice of the Year, recognising his outstanding commitment, skill development, and contribution to the team. Alfred, a second-year apprentice bricklayer, has been a key member of the Persimmon North Scotland apprenticeship programme, demon

Parents who experience baby loss at Glasgow’s Queen Elizabeth University Hospital will soon have access to a newly refurbished, quiet space to process difficult news and speak to medical teams – away from the hustle and bustle of the maternity unit. Working closely with the midwifery tea