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The concept masterplan informing the future transformation of Buchanan Bus Station will serve as a framework guiding future development in the area, should it be given the go-ahead next week.

CCG (Scotland) is making progress across two major affordable housing developments in Coatbridge, with works well underway at School Street and Dunottar Avenue. Together, the projects will deliver more than 220 new homes, supporting regeneration and investment across the town.

Bellendaine and Caledonia Contracts have announced a strategic merger that will create an £8 million turnover fit-out and refurbishment contractor operating across the UK. The merged business will trade under the Caledonia Contracts name, combining the experience of the long-established Dundee

Advance Construction Group has called on the UK Government to urgently introduce a fuel support package equivalent to the sweeping measures announced this week by the Irish Government.

NorDan UK has announced the acquisition of RED Systems, a UK-based specialist in architectural glazing, curtain walling and façade systems. The move marks a significant step in NorDan’s UK growth strategy, strengthening its early-stage design, compliance expertise and building delivery

Shetland Islands Council director of infrastructure services John Smith will begin a phased retirement in May, following more than three decades of service to the local authority. Mr Smith will support the transition to the council’s new management structure and provide continuity as recruitme

Clark Contracts has been awarded a sixth consecutive Order of Distinction in the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA)’s Health and Safety Awards 2026.

West College Scotland has been chosen by the Scottish and Northern Ireland Plumbing Employers’ Federation (SNIPEF) to host the 51st annual Scottish Plumbing Apprentice of the Year (SPAY) competition at its Paisley campus on 12 June 2026.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) has lost its latest attempt to pursue multi-million‑pound damages from Multiplex, the contractor behind Glasgow’s Queen Elizabeth University Hospital (QEUH), after Scotland’s highest civil court ruled that the claims were raised too late.

CK Contracts has created 10 full-time jobs through its inaugural Skills Academy in North Ayrshire, tackling local unemployment while addressing skills shortages in the rail and civil engineering sectors.

Construction and real estate risk and insurance advisor J3 Advisory is continuing its UK expansion with the launch of a new Scotland office. The new office will be led by Mark Thompson, who joins the business following a successful career as sales director at a prominent insurer. With expertise acro

Glasgow Caledonian University research is helping to shape the next phase of Scotland’s approach to home energy efficiency, following the publication of consultation feedback on a proposed new national assessment framework.

The Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA) has appointed Alan Russell and Catriona Peden as chair and vice chair of its advisory committee, reinforcing its commitment to ensuring that its procurement frameworks are shaped directly by the needs of the public sector. The SPA committee plays a central rol

With more homeowners across Scotland choosing to extend rather than move, property experts are warning that poor design decisions can turn a dream renovation into an expensive mistake. The issue will be explored at the Scottish Homebuilding & Renovating Show, returning to the SEC, Glasgow on 9&n

Residents and interested parties are invited to view the final plans for 43 modern, energy efficient homes at the site of the former Fullarton flats in Irvine.