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A construction manager who was the driving force behind a multi-million-pound transformation of a cultural landmark has been named the Chartered Institute of Building’s Construction Manager of the Year. Jason Hunt MCIOB faced stiff competition from dozens of finalists across a variety of categ

Midlothian Council has released updated plans for the regeneration of Dalkeith town centre.

Manor Estates Housing Association Ltd (MEHA) has secured a £13 million funding injection from Royal Bank of Scotland, as it celebrates its 30th anniversary.

The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) said today it has achieved consensus in support for its Levy Proposals that will help provide training for the construction industry across the next three years. The results show that 67% of construction employers are in support of CITB’s Levy pl

A striking Jacobean-style mansion in Anglesey, north Wales, is up for auction with a guide price of just £288,000—but prospective buyers won’t be able to set foot inside before placing a bid.

Cabinet secretary for transport, Fiona Hyslop, has announced the allocation of over £26 million to make it easier for people to walk, wheel and cycle for everyday journeys.

Law firm DWF has appointed Laura McCorquodale as a dispute resolution partner within its Edinburgh Infrastructure, Construction and Engineering team. Joining from Harper Macleod LLP, where she led the construction disputes team for the past five years, Laura brings experience in complex and high-val

Communities across Scotland seeking to set up renewable energy generation projects can bid for support from an £8 million government fund, which has reopened for applications.

Building services engineering body CIBSE has unveiled David Cooper MBE as its president elect for the 2025/26 term. A distinguished engineer with over 40 years of experience in the lift and escalator industry, CIBSE said David will bring unparalleled expertise and leadership to the role, advancing t

Tributes have been paid to the boss of a Highland construction firm, who passed away recently. Alfred (Freddie) Gairfield Melville passed away peacefully, with his loving family by his side, at Raigmore Hospital, on Tuesday 1st April 2025, aged 90 years.

Members of the Scottish Building Federation (SBF) have voted in favour of the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) Levy proposals for 2026-29, as part of this year’s consensus process. The SBF is one of 14 prescribed organisations across the UK consulted by CITB on its Levy proposals, w

A new roof for the former British Home Stores building on Union Street has been completed as part of the works for the new Flint Market development in Aberdeen. A steel frame has also been constructed in the building at 91-93 Union Street, which will be one of the main entrances to Flint. Work is no

North east council leaders are seeking to access a long-promised £20 million housing fund that has remained unused since its creation nearly a decade ago.

Proposals by Abertay Housing Association to build 31 affordable homes in Dundee have been recommended for approval. An application was lodged last year seeking permission to build affordable housing on vacant land that sits between Clepington Road in the north and Kingspark School to the south.

Places for People has joined forces with Dunbar-based charity The Ridge to deliver a groundbreaking project aimed at empowering local residents and tackling social challenges.