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Foster + Partners has submitted plans to develop a new public cultural attraction called The Tulip next to The Gherkin in London. Deriving its name from its nature-inspired form, the designers said The Tulip would enhance The Gherkin, one of London’s most cherished and recognisable buildings a

Construction solutions provider Linear Group has appointed Ryan Broadley from Kier Scotland to head a brand new business as part of new expansion plans. Linear Design & Construct (LDC) is set to provide intelligent design and construction solutions through collaboration from project inception to

Mears Group has agreed to buy Mitie’s social housing repairs and maintenance business for £35 million. The deal will be structured as a sale of the entire issued share capitals of Mitie Property Management Limited and MPS Housing Limited - a newly incorporated subsidiary of Mitie that ha

Montrose Port Authority (MPA) has received £5.4 million from Royal Bank of Scotland to support the energy industry support and service hub’s masterplan redevelopment. Since the 1970s and the discovery of North Sea oil and gas, MPA has provided support, logistics and services to the energ

Plans to build 126 homes on the site of a former high school in Clydebank have been given the go ahead. The old St Andrew’s High School site, on North Douglas Street, will be made up of affordable housing for rent, as well as specialist housing for residents with additional needs.

Work on a residential transformation of long-term disused land at a prominent section of Leith’s waterfront is now underway. The Waterfront Plaza project by CALA Homes (East) located opposite Ocean Terminal will see the creation of 388 homes, along with 1500sq.m of flexible workspace units ins

Davidson Chalmers has launched a new service which aims to support clients, including those within the construction sector, who find themselves involved with the regulators. The Edinburgh-based commercial law firm has recruited Laura Irvine as its 11th partner to head up its newly launched Regulator

The renovation of a former Stonehaven care home is now complete with new residents moving in throughout November. The derelict Eden Manor property has been transformed into five apartments and ten single storey terraced homes which were aimed at buyers over fifty.

CMS Window Systems has been recognised as one of the world’s best for its environmental achievements by winning a Green World Award in the international campaign to find the greenest countries, companies, and communities. The aluminium and PVC window, door and curtain walling manufacturer and

The £7.3 million restoration project at Edinburgh’s Saughton Park has received a major boost thanks to funding from the Scottish Power Energy Networks Green Economy Fund. Almost half a million pounds has been awarded toward the delivery of a micro hydro-electric system on the Water of Le

Union leaders are demanding that construction employers take action to ensure that workers are granted “toilet dignity” in the workplace. A pan-industry campaign by Unite has highlighted construction as a sector with a particular problem.

Construction specialist SIPs Scotland is celebrating industry recognition after claiming an award for a project in Perthshire. The company was awarded the 'Best SIPs Home' prize at the Build It Awards 2018, beating five other shortlisted projects to the top spot.

Edinburgh-based independent building and project consultancy Paragon has opened a city-centre Bristol office, further enhancing its regional presence as part of an ongoing growth strategy. Located near Temple Meads station, this is Paragon’s second new office this year, with its Edinburgh offi

West Lothian high school pupils have been learning about roles in construction after taking part in an employability initiative with Barratt Homes. Pupils from West Calder High School were joined by the housebuilder in October to take part in an interactive session, which sought to demonstrate the r

Technology company Sunamp is on track to disrupt the 40 million unit a year global market for hot water cylinders after securing £2.2 million in funding.