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The University of Glasgow has re-appointed Clark Contracts to its new multi–contractor construction framework agreement for a fifth consecutive time since the initial framework in 2006.
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The Duke of Fife has instructed Shepherd Chartered Surveyors to invite interest from housebuilders to increase significantly the number of homes at Chapelton, the new community five miles south of Aberdeen. Chapelton is being built on land partly owned by David, the Duke of Fife, a director of the E
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Cala Homes (North) has cemented its reputation for first aid excellence across its operations, following success at the prestigious Scottish First Aid Awards ceremony held in Glasgow on Friday 29 March.
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The number of companies in Scotland filing for administration has hit its highest Q1 rate since before COVID-19, with Building & Construction companies among the sectors most impacted.
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Northern Irish manufacturer and supplier of kitchen, bedroom and bathroom furniture, Woodland Kitchens, has agreed a deal to acquire Dundee-headquartered, JTC Furniture Group, in a transaction backed by investment from growth capital investor BGF. JTC is a manufacturer and supplier of fitted fu
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A tax on developers to raise funds to help fix building safety issues will be considered in Scotland under powers secured from the UK Government. The proposed Scottish Building Safety Levy would apply to the construction of new residential buildings, mirroring measures being introduced in England th
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Persimmon North Scotland has been announced as the sponsor for track events at this year’s Crieff Highland Gathering for the second year in a row. The annual event, which first began in 1870, is held in the centre of Crieff at the iconic Market Park. The event has a full programme of tradition
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Principal contractor McConnell said it expects full year revenue to reach £55 million by the end of April 2024 (FY24) after it broke through the £50m turnover mark last month. Revenue growth was 10% higher than forecasted, driven by a strong performance in Scotland, and delivery of signi
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Facilities management company OCS has secured a seven-year contract (with options for the clients to extend for up to another two years) to provide total facilities management services to the Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service (SCTS) and the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service (COPFS). The
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Tenants of Grampian Housing Association are happy to be receiving the keys and moving into their new energy efficient homes in the Findrassie area of Elgin.
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The UK Government should cut VAT on energy efficiency measures in private homes to encourage owners to make their properties greener and help drive the nation towards net zero, the founder of a home improvements company has said. Gerard Eadie CBE, executive chairman at Scottish window manufacturers
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A group of volunteers have installed two new defibrillators in Linlithgow thanks to the support of a recently launched community initiative in the town.
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A detailed VAT checklist tailored specifically for home improvers undertaking self-build and some conversion projects, which can include home office facilities, has been launched by Scottish accountancy firm Henderson Loggie. The comprehensive guide, curated by the firm's tax experts, is d
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The Landscape Academy is to return to Scotland after declaring its first training courses north of the Border a huge success. Edinburgh-based St Andrews Timber & Building Supplies hosted the landmark two-day programme at its West Lothian base last week.
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Develon, formerly Doosan Construction Equipment, has appointed Castle Douglas-based James Gordon Ltd (Gordons) as the company’s authorised dealer for the whole of Scotland.
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