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RES has submitted a Section 36 application to the Scottish Government’s Energy Consents Unit (ECU) for its 150MW Bishops Dal battery energy storage system proposal (BESS), located between Leitholm and Birgham in the Scottish Borders.

Designed to attract more young people to consider the industry and the wide range of potential careers that it offers, Taylor Wimpey’s support for Scottish Apprentice Week aims to celebrate the wide range of careers that it supports, and the positive impact this has on individuals, the busine

The Scottish Government has confirmed more than £100 million funding to support Modern and Foundation Apprenticeships in 2025-26. Contracts will now be issued by Skills Development Scotland to employers, training providers and colleges for Modern Apprenticeship starts and learning providers fo

Multidisciplinary house of design BDP has moved into its new Glasgow studio, located in The Grosvenor Building at 72 Gordon Street, a landmark space originally designed by one of the city’s most celebrated architects, Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson.

Springfield Properties has marked Scottish Apprenticeship Week with the launch of their 2025 apprenticeship recruitment drive across Moray and the Highlands. The launch coincided with a site visit with Tim Eagle MSP, Dave McCallum from Skills Development Scotland and Councillor Elaine Kirby, to disc

Scottish Construction Now spends 60 seconds with Gary Gray, general manager at Muir Timber Systems. How did you get started in the industry?

Showcasing the benefits of work-based learning schemes for employees, businesses and the economy is the goal of Scottish Apprenticeship Week. Taking place from March 3rd to 7th, this year’s campaign highlights how Scottish Apprenticeships are ‘Made for Business’.

The number of women starting construction apprenticeships has risen dramatically in recent years according to a new report from the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB).

Avison Young UK has appointed Paul Broad to be managing director of its national offices team. Mr Broad, who boasts over 20 years of experience in UK regional office markets, has risen through the ranks at Avison Young, becoming a principal in 2022 and subsequently regional managing director for Gla

The Highland Council has agreed a budget which will see over £4.5 million of revenue investments for 2025 - 2026, over £17m additional reserves investment for major developments and the creation of over 100 jobs across the Highlands.

The construction industry is facing a significant challenge: an increasing skills and labour shortage. At the same time, there are thousands of motivated young people across Scotland who are eager to get their foot in the door and start meaningful careers.

Cala Homes (West) has handed over its third and final roof donation to Social Bite following the sell out of its city centre Prince’s Quay development, bringing the total donated to £10,150. When the Glasgow development first launched in 2020, the homebuilder pledged £50 per every

East Ayrshire Council has granted Taylor Wimpey West Scotland planning permission for 134 new homes in Kilmarnock, and a programme of infrastructure and construction work is already underway marking the homebuilder's return to the local area.

Scotland Excel is marking Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2025 by celebrating the achievements of its community benefits programme that’s delivered more than 40 apprenticeships in the past year. A total of 42 apprenticeships have been created across the country by suppliers – in direct resp

Fife Council has committed to investing £19.5 million over the next ten years to help tackle the issue of flooding throughout the region. In addition, an investment of £9m over the next three years will help replace the council’s aging fleet including essential gulley tankers that