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A consultation opened this week on the Fort William Integrated Transport Plan (ITP) aimed at improving infrastructure and connectivity in and around the town.

The Finishes and Interiors Sector (FIS) has promoted James Parlour to the role of technical director in recognition of his exceptional contribution to the business and his pivotal role in shaping technical innovation and operational excellence within the team. James joined the company five years ago

Grangemouth will benefit from £10 million in new investment to create new jobs and boost skills development, the Scottish Government has announced. Further investment into Celtic Renewables will support the company’s expansion into large‑scale commercial production of sustainable bioch

BE-ST has delivered an intensive programme of specialist training to over 140 apprentices and pre-apprentices this week in Glasgow and Dumfries & Galloway to mark Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2026 and build the skills needed for Scotland’s low carbon future.

The development of a new hospital in Lochaber has reached two significant milestones, as the project continues to gather momentum toward delivering modern healthcare facilities for the communities of Fort William and the wider Lochaber area.

Scotland's contract law will be modernised under legislation backed by MSPs, providing clearer rules for individuals and businesses on how legally binding agreements are formed and some of the remedies available when they are breached. The Contract (Formation and Remedies) (Scotland) Bill was passed

UK construction output fell at a faster pace in February as a deepening slump in housebuilding dragged the sector back into sharper contraction, according to the latest S&P Global UK Construction PMI.

Galliford Try has delivered a strong first-half performance, lifting its full‑year outlook after a sharp rise in profit, strengthened margins, and a growing, government‑backed order book. The contractor reported a 20%+ jump in pre‑tax profit, reaching around £24 million for the six month

Construction work has begun on Lock 16: Scotland’s Centre of Excellence for Canals and Traditional Skills, located at the former AG Barr Irn Bru factory in Camelon, Falkirk. The project is being delivered by main contractor Robertson Construction Central East, following on from its previous wo

Ben Macpherson MSP, minister for higher and further education, joined the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) at its National Construction College (NCC) in Inchinnan, Renfrew, to mark Scottish Apprenticeship Week.

Lar Housing Trust is urging the next Scottish Government to optimise the way it funds affordable housing developments. A manifesto launched by the charity illustrates that low-cost loans could have a dramatic impact helping to tackle Scotland’s chronic shortage of affordable homes.

A historic Leith landmark – once an industrial mill, later a cinema and most recently a bingo hall – is set for a new lease of life as a 200-bed student accommodation development.

At 51, Robert Wilson from Prestonpans is showing that determination, passion, and hard work can open doors at any stage of life. Recognised by CITB as Scotland’s oldest construction apprentice, Robert is celebrating Scottish Apprenticeship Week by sharing his journey and inspiring others to fo

Businesses will be expressly banned from microchipping their employees under legislation proposed in a US state. Legislators in the state of Washington are currently considering House Bill 2303, which provides that an employer "may not request, require, or coerce any employee to have a microchip imp

Persimmon Homes' first-ever female apprentice has encouraged more young women to consider a career in construction. The housebuilder is celebrating the achievements of its female apprentices to mark Scottish Apprenticeship Week, which coincides with Women in Construction Week.