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Savills Planning has welcomed the provisions being put in place by the Scottish Government to “keep the wheels of the country’s planning system in motion” during the current hiatus caused by COVID-19. 

Around 70 participants registered to take part in a “highly successful” online event held by hub South West via Microsoft Teams this week. Companies in construction and related sectors based in Lanarkshire, Ayrshire and Dumfries and Galloway heard about hub South West’s take on the

The Scottish Parliament’s economy, energy and fair work committee has issued a call for views from Scottish businesses and workers on the current COVID-19 crisis.

CALA Homes (West) has donated vital personal protective equipment (PPE) from its construction sites to help NHS staff on the frontline of coronavirus in Glasgow.

An essential shuttle bus service has been provided for the residents of Countesswells following the number 44 Stagecoach route being temporarily stopped due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

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The Scottish Government has made clear that work on construction sites should stop immediately unless it is supporting crucial work during the coronavirus pandemic.

The Construction Scotland Innovation Centre (CSIC) has appointed Anne Johnstone as a member of the governance board.  A partner at international, independent building consultants Hollis, Ms Johnstone has two decades of experience advising on the impact of environmental liabilities within the co

Kingspan’s anticipated purchase of Building Solutions raises competition concerns in the supply of specialist insulation panels, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has found.

Housing association Sanctuary Group has issued a £350m secured bond to enable the development of new homes and enhance current stock across England and Scotland. The bond was issued with 32 investors at a coupon of 2.375%.

Bancon Homes has submitted a planning application to Aberdeenshire Council for the second phase of new homes at its prestigious Lochside of Leys development in Banchory.

Mactaggart & Mickel’s commitment to delivering outstanding customer service has been confirmed by its eighth consecutive ‘five-star’ rating from the Home Builders Federation, following an independent customer satisfaction survey. The coveted industry accolade is awarded to

Architect Jane Williamson and Cockburn Association director Terry Levinthal have been appointed to the board of Historic Environment Scotland. Jane Williamson is a group manager of project management and surveying within a multi-disciplinary design team in Glasgow City Council. She is

Kingdom Housing Association is the first to use new augmented reality technology to help tenants fix routine repairs without stepping foot in their homes.

A number of new homes could be provided across Moray with the submission of three separate planning applications.