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A construction company has been fined after a kitchen fitter was crushed to death by a pack of concrete blocks at a site in the Cotswolds. Martin Dunford, who was 33, was "very much loved" by his family, who say they miss him "every day" since the incident on 23 January 2020. Martin, from Pocklingto

An annual celebration that honours the exceptional individuals, teams, and businesses across the North Scotland trades and construction sector has been launched for 2025. Now in its thirteenth year, the Trades Awards continues to be a standout platform dedicated to recognising the hard work, innovat

The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has released its year-end figures for its Employer Networks initiative. It was the second full year of operation for the initiative, and figures show the Networks supported 50,966 learners in the financial year (FY) 2024-25, an increase from 11,468 the

Amey has achieved Investors in People (IiP) Platinum accreditation, the highest level awarded recognising its people-first approach to leadership, workforce development, and inclusive culture. This prestigious accolade reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to creating a supportive and empo

French company Hiboo, which works in data and decarbonsation management for industrial fleets, has signed two collaborations with Blackwood Plant Hire in the UK and DRON Location in France. Hiboo announced a major expansion of its customer portfolio during Bauma, the world's 34th leading trade fair

Communities across the North East and Moray will benefit from over £8 million of funding to create jobs in low carbon industries and enhance green and net zero skills. The Scottish Government’s Just Transition Fund (JTF) helps finance industry and community projects working towards the t

Ofgem has laid out a blueprint for the landmark electricity distribution price control period starting in April 2028 (‘ED3’), covering a pivotal period in the pathway to a clean power system by 2030 and laying the foundations for the wider decarbonisation of the economy.   This crit

Network Rail engineers are about to begin a £2.1 million project to renew platform 2 at Hamilton West train station this month.

An $8.8 billion plan has been revealed to establish the Maldives as the premier global business and financial hub for financial institutions, fintech pioneers, and digital Nomads through an integrated, mixed-use urban district.

The Scottish Homebuilding & Renovating Show, Scotland’s only dedicated consumer exhibition for self-builders, home renovators and improvers is returning to SEC, Glasgow on 10 – 11  May 2025. New for 2025 is a second Scottish show which is taking place at the Royal Highland Cent

Former senior staff members at two leading energy firms have been jailed for accepting over £2 million worth of bribes in exchange for commercial contracts.

Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) has submitted an application for planning permission in principle to make way for the second and final phase of development at Inverness Campus.

An innovative research project being carried out by Wheatley Group could transform the way social housing is built in the future and reduce energy bills.

The Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA) has introduced two Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS) designed to make it easier for businesses to compete for public sector work across Scotland. Scottish SMEs can now apply for the Repairs and Maintenance Works DPS and the Energy Efficiency and Renewable Techn

East Lothian Council has granted planning permission for 51 new homes at the former Herdmanflat Hospital site in Haddington.