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Morrison Community Care Group has opened the doors to its brand new private care facility in Duntocher, West Dunbartonshire, following work by CCG (Scotland) Ltd.

A major project to build a new bridge across the A90 near Kirkliston has reached a key milestone, as the initial foundations are laid.

A Parliamentary inquiry has been launched into the devastating impact that silicosis has on construction workers and their families.

A report by the working group on the regulation of property agents’ (ROPA) which proposes increased regulation, minimum qualifications, and the formal licensing of agents should be welcomed, according to a property management firm. Apropos by DJ Alexander believes that these recommendations, w

Average house prices in Scotland will grow by 14% to reach £170,000 by 2022 if a no-deal Brexit is avoided, according to new analysis from PwC.

Sidey has underlined its commitment to employee safety by achieving ISO 45001:2018 certification for the manufacture and installation of windows, doors and conservatories using PVCu and aluminium profile, covering activities as both a contractor and designer. The Occupational Health & Safety Man

Scottish Historic Buildings Trust (SHBT) and the City of Edinburgh Council have tasked Richard Murphy Architects with carrying out a feasibility study to develop a long-term masterplan for Custom House in Leith. The study will consider a range of options to secure the future of the building wit

A street in the Welsh coastal town of Harlech has been named the steepest in the world following a campaign by locals.

John Edwards FRICS has been announced as the new chair of the RICS Scotland board. Having served on the Scotland board since 2013, PMP director John Edwards has now taken over from Ian Fergusson FRICS who served as chair from July 2018 – June 2019.

Galliford Try’s move to shed up to 350 jobs as part of a business and management restructure has claimed its most high-profile victim. Infrastructure managing director Nick Salt is leaving the business as part of the group-wide restructure.

Robertson was awarded won two major prizes at the UK’s top industry award gala last week. The company was named Contractor of the Year (turnover over £500 million) at the CN Awards amid stern competition from other industry heavyweights.

A former Dundee college building has been put up for sale after plans for a build to rent and serviced apartments development fell through.

Fire safety is to be strengthened in new high rise buildings and facilities for people with disabilities improved in larger new buildings.

McGill Homes’ plan to convert a Grade B listed building on Dundee’s waterfront into residential properties has moved forward with the submission of a formal application.

Glasgow construction firm City Building has given its backing to a nationwide initiative to help victims of domestic violence. Women’s Aid and the Domestic Abuse Housing Alliance have joined forces with the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) to pioneer the Make A Stand pledge, an initiative