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A Borders sustainable insulation company has become the first UK company manufacturing industrial hemp insulation to achieve a full agrément certificate from the British Board of Agrément (BBA). The achievement means that IndiNature's innovative and sustainable insulation products

The total value of all homes across the UK now stands at £8.678 trillion, with Scotland showing a 1.3% increase in total value and outperforming the rest of the UK, according to new research by Savills. Faisal Choudhry, head of residential research for Savills in Scotland, said: &ldq

South Lanarkshire Council has developed a masterplan for Hamilton town centre which will include the repurposing of some areas, the introduction of residential properties and new retail opportunities. The plans include the potential to create new residential blocks suitable for people of all ages an

Neighbours living next to a dilapidated house in Birmingham have revealed their shock at it being listed on the market.

A plan to rationalise accommodation for Stirling Council and the disposal of land assets around Viewforth for housing development has been agreed.

Business leaders from across the Highlands have called for the local authority to take a fresh look at the Inner Moray Firth Proposed Local Development Plan amid concerns about a severe lack of housing provision they believe is essential for the future of local communities and to meet the deman

Large city councils in England will be told to prioritise brownfield development under a major shake-up to planning rules which aims to boost housebuilding while protecting the Green Belt.

The public is to be given the chance to share views on the proposed refurbishment of the Calton Square office building, located at the top of Leith Walk.

Colleagues from across the electrical sector have paid tribute to Anne Galbraith, who is stepping down as chief executive of the Scottish Electrical Charitable Training Trust (SECTT) after 12 years at the helm. The experienced CEO will be retiring in early April after overseeing the development of e

The longest-established solar company in Europe, AES Solar, has today announced that its founder George Goudsmit is stepping down as managing director. Management of the business, which is based in Moray, will be taken over by the existing senior leadership team as part of a management buyout which

Plans have been submitted for a purpose-built student accommodation project at a prominent triangular site in Edinburgh.

Roof tile manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles has presented long service awards to its team, with a combined service of 225 years, with a sustainable twist. To mark the long service, staff across two sites were presented with woodland.

Principal contractor Procast Group has expanded its Scottish presence with the launch of its first office in the north east. The Aberdeen office is set to house a team of 12 staff, supported by a robust sub-contractor network. Among these staff members, five new positions have been created, includin

Marine, offshore and renewables safety training provider Clyde Training Solutions (CTS) has opened a new training centre in Greater Glasgow.

Refined proposals to deliver new family homes in a Fife village are set to be determined by councillors tomorrow.