Barratt Developments Scotland is encouraging women to consider a job in construction by shining a light on one of its female site managers. While female construction workers have increased over the past few years, the proportion of women in the sector is still significantly lower, something that the
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To mark International Women’s Day, City Building worker Amy Kenna has reflected on her time within the construction industry and shares her experience as a woman in a traditionally male-dominated field. Amy, aged 27, joined the construction firm as an adult admin apprentice in 2013 after learn
A women's indoor hockey team based in the heart of Edinburgh has regained top division status following an impressive run of form throughout the season. Edinburgh Hockey Club, known locally as 'Cala Hockey' – in reference to a 13-year sponsorship by homebuilder Cala Homes (East) - will see its
A tier one contractor and training provider are paving the way to tackle the skills gap in Scotland through apprenticeships.
The Scottish Construction Leadership Forum (CLF) is celebrating International Women’s Day by highlighting its work on a National Equity and Inclusion Plan for the construction industry in Scotland which will drive increased inclusivity. Funded by the Scottish Government, this latest initiative
Pupils at Braehead Primary in Dumbarton got a big surprise this week when a monster truck showed up in the playground.
Construction work to transform Inverness Castle into a new world class visitor attraction has moved a step closer following the issue of the main construction contract to Bancon Construction Ltd. The Highland Council, as announced by Kate Forbes, cabinet secretary for finance and the economy, during
A New York-based architecture firm is bringing drinking holes directly into the workplace in a bid to tempt workers back into the office.
A public consultation has opened into plans for around 120 houses and flats at Ferry Village, Braehead.
Discovery Homes is proposing to develop a site at a former primary school in Dundee into 64 new homes.
Residents at a sheltered housing complex are saving money and enjoying warmer homes thanks to new renewable heating systems. The eco-friendly systems installed by North Lanarkshire Council at the Lorne Gardens sheltered complex in Salsburgh, allows tenants to save money on their fuel costs while red
The public is to be given the opportunity to view proposals by Keltbray Developments for a new residential and commercial development at Finnieston Street, Glasgow.
The first households have now moved into the first phase of new housing at NorthBridge in Sighthill, in what will be a residential development of over 800 homes when complete.
Stirling Council has rejected plans to build two new homes in Blairlogie. Mark McGrath had submitted an application for the two five-bedroom detached houses with detached garages, a new road access and shared driveway on land next to and east of Guschetneuk.
As we celebrate Scottish Apprenticeship Week, Naila Akram, head of social impact at Balfour Beatty, highlights how the company is transforming the landscape for apprentices across Scotland. As a member of The 5% Club, we have long been leading the charge in attracting, training and retaining the nex


