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Housing and energy campaigners have warned that Scotland risks falling behind on climate and fuel poverty targets after the Scottish Government confirmed it will not introduce its long-awaited Heat in Buildings Bill during the current parliamentary session.
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Councillors in Glasgow have been given an update on the progress of plans for development frameworks for Drumchapel and Easterhouse.
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New findings from a survey of planners by the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) have painted a worrying picture for communities across Scotland, revealing that 66% of respondents in the public sector lack the capacity to meet demand.
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Highland construction company Capstone Construction has made a key senior appointment with the installation of Michael Cameron as operations director. Coming as the company experiences a period of strong growth in both the residential and commercial sectors, Cameron will play a key role in supportin
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A family-run home improvement business based in Perthshire is set to expand its services after its owners accessed support from Business Gateway.
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Highland councillors have approved a comprehensive report outlining the condition of its road bridge stock, the inspection regime, and the works required to maintain vital road structures across the region. The report to the local authority's Economy and Infrastructure Committee highlighted the scal
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The Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has invested in a state-of-the-art simulator to help inspire young people into the construction plant sector and plug the skills gap for operators.
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House prices in Scotland continued to rise during October, with surveyors expecting the upward trajectory to continue despite some uncertainty relating to the upcoming UK Budget.
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The shortlist of contractors to deliver the Pitlochry to Killiecrankie section of the A9 has been confirmed as the dualling programme continues to gather pace.
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New drone footage has revealed significant progress at the site of Barrhead’s new £18.3 million Balgray station.
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The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has launched a consultation on proposals to improve the application of the Control of Asbestos Regulations and guidance around asbestos management to help protect workers and building users. The proposals aim to enhance protections in areas where asbestos remain
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Fire testing specialist United Kingdom Testing and Certification (UKTC) has broken ground on a multi-million pound expansion at its East Kilbride testing facility. Acquired by testing, inspection and certification services firm SOCOTEC UK and Ireland in July 2025, the total cost of UKTC’s expa
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UK construction activity continued to decline in October, marking the sharpest fall in over five years.
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Structural steelwork contractor J&D Pierce (Contracts) Ltd has unveiled some management structure changes to the business, including new joint managing directors. Andrew Caldwell, who has been with the business for 29 years, has decided to retire at Christmas. Andy worked his way through from su
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Glasgow City Council has approved a five-year plan for the construction of almost 6400 new affordable homes.
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