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Policy and practice lead David Stewart looks at the Scottish Land Commission's work on land and housing, and land reuse proposals, that could support the necessary shift from greenfield to brownfield development.  NPF4 is highly significant. It sets a framework for land use and development in S

Gas distribution company SGN has appointed engineering firm Altrad Babcock as the main works contractor for its world-first project which will demonstrate how clean hydrogen can be used for cooking and heating in homes. Altrad Babcock will build the hydrogen production and storage site for the

Modular and offsite building solutions brand Algeco has appointed Keith Dorling as UK managing director. The announcement comes as increased demand and recent acquisitions open up new opportunities for the UK business and its customers.

Housebuilding veteran John Muir shares his focus on the sector’s long-term resilience. This year is the 50th anniversary of Muir Homes building quality homes across Scotland. This landmark comes amidst rising energy prices and an industry bouncing back from the covid pandemic.

Maxi Construction has been awarded a multi-million-pound contract from the City of Edinburgh Council for the design and refurbishment of Deanbank House. Procured via the Crown Commercial Service Construction Work & Associated Services framework, the project includes extensive external and intern

Hunterston Port and Resource Campus (PARC) has been granted national development status under the Scottish Government’s National Planning Framework 4 (NPF4), creating opportunities for a slew of new renewable energy developments to come onstream. The designation recognises Hunterston as a stra

Planning permission has been refused for a proposal to make student accommodation out of reclaimed shipping containers. Under the plans, a site on the corner of Petershill Road and Turner Road, near Barnhill railway station in north Glasgow, was to host four accommodation containers a

Muir Homes has named Peter Shepherd as managing director of the Fife-based and family-owned house builder. He joins Muir following over 30 years’ experience in the housing development sector, predominantly with Mactaggart & Mickel Homes Ltd

New budget plans published by Scottish Borders Council include a commitment to deliver all previously announced capital projects, in spite of significantly increased costs, particularly due to average inflation of 10%. Capital plan projects include three new secondary schools (Peebles, Galashie

Commercial property consultant Ryden has published its 88th review of the Scottish property sector. According to the report, industrial property market fundamentals remain strong in Central Scotland as rents continue to rise. More occupiers are starting to seek good EPC ratings and ESG credentials a

Take-up of industrial property in Aberdeen has risen to its highest level in almost a decade during 2022, as a high oil price and greater interest in renewables boosted activity in the energy sector and its supply chain, according to Knight Frank. The independent commercial property consultancy&rsqu

A stunning image of a skateboard park in the United Arab Emirates has been named Concrete in Life Photo of the Year. It wins a top prize of $10,000 in a global competition, which highlights the essential role that concrete plays around the world.

Regeneration specialist Urban Union has received planning consent to build 94 new homes for sale at its Pennywell Living development in North Edinburgh. The new homes will form the fourth and final phase of the development and work is scheduled to begin in April 2023. The construction of Phase 4 is

Clark Contracts has achieved a record turnover of £100 million in the year ending 31st October 2022 as the main contractor entered its 45th year in business. Founded in 1978, the Paisley-based firm works throughout the UK, delivering projects across all sectors, for both private and public sec

As part of a drive to cultivate early talent and help transform the perception of roles within the sector, Cala Homes has created ‘Land to Life’ - a new curriculum-based schools programme for children between the ages of seven and eleven. The programme has been developed with a specialis