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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Momentum is building as North Lanarkshire Council pushes ahead with its ambitious tower strategy, replacing outdated high-rises with modern, high-quality homes across the area.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

With women making up just 15% of the UK construction workforce, GRAHAM is helping to change industry perceptions through its ConstructHER programme. Designed to inspire and support young women in exploring careers in construction, the initiative offers hands-on experience, professional mentoring, an

Chartered surveyor DM Hall has made two senior strategic appointments to help underpin the services it provides. Stephanie Stewart has been appointed marketing manager, and Martin Watt becomes its new compliance and support manager.

Scotland’s Chief Statistician has released the Housing Statistics for Scotland 2023-24, revealing a year of mixed results across the nation’s housing system.

The number of new home registrations in Scotland increased by 39% during the first quarter of 2025 when compared to the same period last year.

A major initiative to lower carbon emissions generated by Scotland’s most densely populated urban buildings was officially launched last week at a sold-out event hosted at the Edinburgh Futures Institute. The Centre for Net-Zero High Density Buildings, based at the University of Edinburgh and