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Emergency services were called out to the former Jordanhill College building in Glasgow at the weekend after a large fire broke out at the housing development site.

Derelict land in Bellshill will shortly be transformed into 24 brand-new, energy efficient and affordable homes for Clyde Valley Housing Association (CVHA) after regeneration specialist ENGIE was appointed to deliver the £3 million project.

Plans by Thenue Housing to develop 77 new homes in the Calton area of Glasgow have been given the green light.

New output figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) have painted a mixed picture for the UK construction sector.

Bridge of Allan-based Kevin Wilson Joiners & Building Contractors has spoken of its “delight” after the firm won a top industry award following the renovation of an iconic Stirling tennis pavilion. The family construction firm was awarded the best Commercial Project honour at the Fed

The role of women in construction is being championed by Morris & Spottiswood with the appointment of three new female staff. Project administrator Kirstie McWilliams, financial accountant Hannah Milligan and HR business partner Rachel Sutcliffe have all been recruited at the firm.

Fit out and refurbishment specialist Overbury is moving its Glasgow office to 180 St Vincent Street.

The value of commercial property sales in Scotland during the first quarter of 2019 fell by 21% compared to the same period last year, the Scottish Property Federation (SPF) has found.

James Wates has been honoured with a Knighthood in the Queen’s Birthday Honours in recognition of his services to business and charity. The Wates Group chairman, who was previously honoured in 2012 with a CBE for services to the construction and the charitable sector, joined the firm’s b

Scottish resort Cameron House has unveiled the first stage in a £2 million transformation of its Carrick Resort.

Mactaggart & Mickel has thrown its weight behind an initiative to promote positive mental wellbeing in the UK construction industry.

An apprentice joiner training with Barratt North Scotland has fought off fierce competition to be named ‘Apprentice of the Year 2019’ at the Scottish Federation of Master Builders’ Awards. Jemma Sykes, 27, from Aberdeen, received her award last week during the Federation’s re

The S1 year group from Perth Grammar School have designed a village of ‘homes for the future’ as part of an ongoing partnership with infrastructure company Robertson.

Death defying swimming pools are set to become the newest architectural trend in central London under newly unveiled concept designs.

High-quality building work, fantastic craftsmanship, exceptional customer service and building excellence were recognised last night the Federation of Master Builders’ Scotland Awards.