Midlothian Council is to spend almost £1.5 million of developer contributions on improving a stretch of the A7 so that people can walk, wheel, cycle and access public transport more easily.
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Essential ground investigation works are to take place at the A83 Rest and Be Thankful. Contractor Structural Soils Ltd (SSL) will carry out detailed ground investigation work for the long-term solution, which is currently ongoing at the Rest and Be Thankful and are an essential part of informing th
Currently, 35% of global energy consumption stems from the building sector alone and the operational stage is the largest contributor to carbon emissions, the majority of which is from heating and cooling demand. As the UK works to reduce its carbon emissions, there has been an increased demand for
Highland Council has appointed Thermal Road Repairs for a two-year patching repair contract worth a seven-figure sum following a successful three-week trial of thermal technology in 2024.
As the Scottish Plumbing Apprentice of the Year competition (SPAY) prepares to mark its 50th anniversary on 13 June at South Lanarkshire College, the Plumbing and Heating Federation has warned that after eight years of frozen apprenticeship funding from government, many sectors are reaching breakin
Procast Group has successfully delivered a new purpose-built Lanimer Shed in Lanark Moor Country Park on behalf of South Lanarkshire Council — just in time to support preparations for one of the town’s most cherished annual traditions.
The Scottish Building Contract Committee (SBCC) Ltd has welcomed the addition of several new organisations and representatives to its Committee over the last 12 months, further enhancing the diversity and expertise on the committee.
Momentum is building as North Lanarkshire Council pushes ahead with its ambitious tower strategy, replacing outdated high-rises with modern, high-quality homes across the area.
A new national initiative is inviting people across Scotland to share their views on how land can better support the things that matter most, like housing, nature, jobs, and strong local communities.
Commuters along Dublin's Grand Canal got a little more Victorian drama than expected this week when part of a terrace of 19th-century cottages spontaneously collapsed into the road.
Construction work is now underway on Motus Commercials’ new 38,000 sq ft commercial vehicle workshop and sales facility at Ravenscraig. The development, located within the site’s dedicated employment zone, SevenFourEight, marks a key milestone in the regeneration of one of Europe’s
Law firm Shoosmiths has appointed two principal associates and two associates to its real estate practice in Scotland. Ben Harper-Phillips has joined as a principal associate, having recently relocated to Scotland from Australia. An experienced real estate solicitor, who has been recognised in Best
Project management, cost management and technical due diligence services provider Axiom Project Services Ltd has added several key personnel to its team in Edinburgh and Glasgow. In addition to this are key hires in London and Manchester, along with an internal management relocation.
The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has released its latest figures for its mental health training to mark the beginning of Mental Health Awareness Week (12 May – 18 May 2025).
Allied Surveyors Scotland has announced the return of Eilidh Walker MRICS to its Aberdeen office, marking a significant addition to the firm’s professional team in the north east. Eilidh originally joined Allied as a trainee after completing a postgraduate degree in Property and Economics. She