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Balfour Beatty has launched its refreshed UK Diversity and Inclusion Strategy, Value Everyone, as part of its ongoing commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. Having launched its first Diversity and Inclusion Strategy in 2018, Balfour Beatty said the refreshed strategy builds on th

The Wee House Company is celebrating a double win at the prestigious 2023 Herald Property Awards, having been crowned ‘Property Team of the Year’ and receiving a ‘highly commended’ accolade in the Best Family Home (Large) Category for its Caldwell View build. The Herald Prope

A new development of more than 300 much needed affordable, energy efficient homes has been completed in Argyll and Bute.

While UK prime house prices experienced a fourth consecutive quarterly dip in the three months to the end of September, with annual falls averaging -5.2%, Scottish prime values remained steadfast, with a minor annual dip of -1.1%.

The body responsible for advising on reforms to land ownership and use has set out its agenda for positive change ahead of Scotland's pivotal Land Reform Bill.

A joint venture company between care developer Morrison Community Care and CCG (Scotland) has commenced construction on a new care home in Perth.

It has taken longer than planned but 141 years after the first stone was laid the Sagrada Familia has passed a milestone with the completion of four towers.

Regeneration specialist Summix Capital has submitted a planning application to deliver a mixed-use development on a brownfield site at Central Quay, Glasgow.

A business case aimed at securing investment from the Borderlands Inclusive Growth Deal for new business infrastructure in Coldstream has been approved by Scottish Borders Council and the Borderlands Partnership. Councillors last month approved the full business case for a project to deliver three m

A proposed East Lothian underpass intended to be used exclusively by chickens is facing opposition from local residents who say there is no evidence they will use it.

International property and construction consultancy Gleeds has announced that the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has validated its net-zero science-based target by 2040, making Gleeds one of the first property and construction consultancies with net-zero targets grounded in climate science.

Multi-storey buildings are assembled over cautiously to withstand wind strengths, researchers have found.

Mental health and culture change within the built environment sector will take centre stage as UK Construction Week — the UK's largest built environment event — convenes in Birmingham next week.

SELECT managing director Alan Wilson has told thousands of radio listeners across the UK that proper training and apprenticeships are essential to protect the safety of consumers and others in the construction industry. Speaking on the popular Building Ideas Show with Mark Millar on Fix Radio, the M

After five years of dedicated leadership of the Heat Pump Association (HPA), Phil Hurley has stepped down from his role as chair. Mr Hurley has been instrumental in the successful growth of the HPA’s membership and influence, helping to secure the HPA as a trusted voice, and critical friend, t