Insight

Architects, contractors and building commissioners must consider the design of new buildings if Scotland is to fully support those with dementia, writes Lesley Palmer. People living with dementia often struggle to understand and navigate their built environment due to the sensory, mobility or cognit

Partner David Anderson and senior associate Sian Jefferies Law firm Shepherd and Wedderburn outlines that a recent case demonstrates that a payee to a construction contract may not always require to show that it was their intention to give notice under the Housing Grants, Construction and Regenerati

Keith Aitken GVA’s Keith Aitken on how Edinburgh’s commercial property makeup has changed since he took up his current role ten years ago.

The inaugural RIAS/Saint-Gobain Emerging Architect Award recognises the crucial role architects play in delivering a better world and encourages the great architects of the future at the outset of their careers. This year, the award went to TAP Architecture, recognising two innovative and technicall

Elaine Perratt Elaine Perratt of Cruden Buildings and Renewals, on how she's progressed up the career ladder as a women in construction.

Sarah Beale Sarah Beale on her appointment as CEO of CITB on a permanent basis.

Simon Phillips Simon Phillips, regional managing director of Esh Border Construction, discusses the recent economy growth figures for Scotland.

Marc Giles Ryden Planning Partner Marc Giles discusses.

Toby Withall Toby Withall, office agency partner at property consultants Knight Frank’s Edinburgh operation sets out his views on what he thinks the Edinburgh City Deal should focus on

Gail McEwen To celebrate International Women in Engineering Day, site engineer Gail McEwen tells her inspiring story of achieving career goals against the odds.

Stacey McArdle Graduate quantity surveyor at Balfour Beatty, Stacey McArdle, discusses her journey into engineering in celebration of International Women in Engineering Day.

Charlene McLaughlan Tackling negative perceptions of this scheme are vital, says Charlene McLaughlan from DLA Piper.

Mike Barlow Mike Barlow from MacRoberts details a case regarding compensation event provisions of NEC contracts.

Jennifer Gibson Jennifer Gibson, who left school not knowing what she wanted to do and worked in a shoe shop before becoming an apprentice with Cruden, tells SCN about the value of apprenticeships and what it’s like being a woman in construction.

James Forbes What price will we pay for cheaper heat? James Forbes from Burness Paull looks at district heating schemes, fuel poverty and regulation.