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A Scottish energy firm has joined with senior figures from across the industry to fund pioneering heat pump technology. Glasgow-based Union Technical has provided pre-seed funding in Nusku, a Bristol-based start-up which aims to revolutionise how UK homes are heated.

A construction worker from Virginia in the United States has won $1 million after playing Powerball. Nicholas Perez from Burke didn’t hit the $1 billion jackpot in the April 1 Powerball drawing, but he still walked away a millionaire. Perez won the second-tier prize of $1m by matching the firs

The Tilbury Douglas Group of companies has published its 2023 accounts which report a growth in revenue to £507.2 million in 2023, more than 25% higher than in 2022.

Akela Group has appointed two new managing directors of its construction and ground engineering subsidiaries. Robert Ogg has been appointed as managing director of Akela Construction, while the firm has also announced the promotion of Will Payne, to managing director of Akela Ground Engineering.

A couple that bought a property in Auchendinny only to find a substantial quantity of Japanese Knotweed on the grounds have been allowed to progress with an action raised against the sellers based on a breach of the terms of sale.

Peel Ports Clydeport has signalled its intention to invest up to £150 million in the redevelopment of the Hunterston marine yard in Ayrshire, as it prepares the site to support the UK’s offshore wind sector.

This week sees work start on 781 new private and social homes for rent at Cornhill Village in Hamilton as Cala Homes (West), Barratt Homes West of Scotland and David Wilson Homes officially break ground at the new site located off Strathaven Road.

Full fibre broadband is heading to 28 more Scottish city suburbs, towns and villages, as part of a huge broadband upgrade by Openreach.

East Lothian Council has relaunched the successful UKSPF Regeneration Project Development Fund for 24/25, to continue support for the early stages of project development for community groups and organisations. The fund, which supported nine community groups in 23/24, has been developed and is funded

Argyll and Bute Council has started infrastructure works in Tobermory on Mull for much-needed worker accommodation on the island.

Glasgow Enlightenment is launching the second round of consultations on its plans for a new £95 million residential and cultural hub in Glasgow ahead of the final planning application due to be submitted in July. The latest consultation – which will kick off on Thursday May 30th at Dryga

The contract notice for the construction of the £155 million A9 Dualling: Tay Crossing to Ballinluig project has been published, formally commencing procurement of the fourth section of A9 Dualling. The announcement marks the next step in the Scottish Government’s delivery plan to comple

Arrochar House in Livingston is set to be purchased by a successful West Lothian-based leisure wear firm.

Glenfinnan House Hotel has re-opened in time for the summer season following a major refurbishment. The hotel’s fourteen bedrooms have been transformed and modernised, while a new concept bar and restaurant have opened to the public, bolstering the venue offering and breathing new life into th

Businesses and apprentices in the north Highlands can look forward to developing new skills for a greener future, thanks to additional support from the West of Orkney Windfarm. The windfarm developer – which is planning a major offshore windfarm 25km off the Sutherland coast – has donate