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The JR Group has reinforced its commitment to creating a positive impact on local communities, by vowing to support social enterprises through the Social Enterprise Scotland Buy Social Pledge initiative.

In the latest CIOB column for Scottish Construction Now, Jocelyne Fleming, senior policy & public affairs officer – Scotland, looks ahead to the legislative changes set to impact the construction sector in the year ahead. 2025 promises to be a busy year for Holyrood with significant develo

Malcolm Allan Housebuilders has unveiled plans to expand its existing site in the west of Inverurie with a further 49 new homes. Under the proposals, the plot of land just east of the A96 will feature 49 new homes, ranging from one-bedroom flats to five-bedroom semi-detached houses.

Avant Homes and Eldridge Developments are currently consulting on plans to deliver 249 homes in Easterhouse, Glasgow.

The construction of a new flatted social housing development in Govanhill officially began this week with a groundbreaking ceremony to mark the occasion. John Quinn, Director, Alan McDonald, Head of Development & Property Services and Audrey Flannigan, Vice Chairperson from Developer, Govanhill

Upgraded sheltered housing accommodation at Cheviot Court in Irvine has officially been re-opened following a £3.5 million modernisation programme.

The Scottish Government has invited comments on a review of building standards relating to the fire safety of historic buildings converted for hotel use. Among other proposals, the review considers introducing a requirement to have active fire suppression systems installed for future conversions of

A museum dedicated to remembering a 19th-century flood in Pennsylvania has temporarily closed due to flooding.

Changes to the VAT rebate scheme for the heritage sector would better safeguard the country’s fragile historic attractions, widen public access, and provide an economic boost, according to new findings.

The charity Retail Trust has opened a community hub in Newton Mearns following a £1 million renovation of its Hugh Fraser Retirement Estate. Three disused spaces and a community café within the estate’s Crookfur House have been refurbished by the Retail Trust to build the new faci

Clients of Anderson Bell + Christie (ABC) will now be offered an in-house embodied carbon lifecycle assessment using One Click LCA. The software is compliant with EN 15978 and EN 15804 standards and ABC processes adhere to all UK-NZCBS, RIBA, RICS and LETI user guidance.

Property investment and development company Ark Estates has acquired prominent commercial properties near the Cromarty Firth Freeport area. Ardroy House and Culcraggie House at the Teaninich Industrial Estate, Alness were purchased from the previous owner BT.

Persimmon East Scotland has named Dale Robertson as the recipient of its inaugural Apprentice of the Year award. The new accolade recognises exceptional commitment, skill development, and contribution to the team, highlighting Dale’s hard work and dedication as a key member of the Persimmon Ea

Highland Heritage Woodworks (HHW), a sustainable timber supplier and bespoke carpentry firm, is poised for growth after receiving a £100,000 grant from Scottish Enterprise. The funding supports a £250,000 project to establish a sawmill on the Dunecht Estate in Aberdeenshire, enhancing th

Nelson Monument, one of Edinburgh’s most iconic landmarks, is set to temporarily close for the final phase of essential refurbishment works and the reinstallation of its historic Timeball and mast. The refurbishment will include inspection and restoration to the monument's external walls and w