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A Coatbridge graduate is celebrating completing her Town Planning degree after being supported by Persimmon Homes to combine her studies with building a career in the housebuilding industry. Emily Bond, from Coatbridge, graduated from the University of the West of Scotland in July 2026 with a BSc (H

Scottish infrastructure will have to adapt if the country is to cope with extreme weather prompted by climate change, a University of Dundee expert has said. Dr Alexandra Morel, an expert in ecosystem science at the University’s Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, has echoed warnings that dra

GMG Energy has reached a significant milestone in its commitment to achieving net zero by 2035, with a new sawdust drying and biomass briquette production system now entering its beta-testing stages before becoming operational.

SURF, Scotland’s Regeneration Forum, has announced the 2026 shortlist for its SURF Award national awards scheme, which showcases success in responding to regeneration challenges in communities across Scotland. The SURF Awards are delivered each year by SURF, a regeneration forum with over 300

North Ayrshire Council is preparing its new Local Development Plan (LDP3), which will guide where development should and should not take place across the area between 2029 and 2039.

A major new supported housing development for young people in Livingston is now complete and ready to welcome its first residents, providing high-quality accommodation and dedicated support for young people experiencing homelessness.

Construction work is underway on a development of 36 new council homes in Wallyford, next to the Learning Campus.

Construction is underway on a transformative affordable housing development in the heart of Lochgelly. The project will convert the former FabTek site off Hall Street into a vibrant, sustainable community featuring 45 energy-efficient social rented homes, two retail units and 55 car parking spaces.&

Eildon Housing Association has continued to support emerging talent in the Scottish Borders through its sponsorship of the Bill Wilkie Award for Construction and Engineering students at Borders College. The accolade was established in 2023 in memory of former Eildon chairman, Bill Wilkie MBE.

The Robertson Supply Chain Outstanding Contribution Awards 2026 took place at Glasgow's Radisson Blu Hotel on Wednesday 23 September, bringing together supply chain partners from around the UK for a second year to recognise outstanding achievements, with Constructionline as headline sponsor. Leaders

Angus councillors have unanimously approved the demolition of around 150 homes and flats in Brechin's River Street area, nearly three years after Storm Babet caused the River South Esk to burst its banks in October 2023. The flooding forced hundreds of residents to flee, with 60 households rescued i

A comprehensive Water Damaged Buildings Course by Insite Specialist Services has been officially accredited with SCQF Level 6 qualification status by Qualifications Scotland, the first ever of its kind in Scotland. Designed specifically for professionals actively managing building remediation, the r

Glasgow-based property developer Kelvin Properties is inviting local residents to view revised proposals for the privately owned Burnbank Bowling Club site on Woodlands Road at an upcoming public consultation event taking place on Wednesday 30th September 2026.

A property known as the “Ugly House” (Tŷ Hyll) located near Betws-y-Coed in north Wales has failed to be sold at an auction, prompting thoughts that the building may be used as a holiday let.  

At its annual charity golf day, Barratt and David Wilson Homes North Scotland has raised more than £14,000 for Cornerstone - its Charity of the Year.