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As part of the City Art Centre’s free Summer Exhibition programme, the story of Edinburgh’s North Bridge through film, historic artworks and objects uncovered will be told as part of its restoration. Running from 18 July until 13 September 2026, Study for North Bridge is a new film by th

A woodwork firm based in Aberdeenshire has developed a sustainable plywood, which it claims is the country’s only homegrown plywood board. Based at Dunecht Estate, Highland Heritage Woodworks has developed TreePly, a sustainable plywood that is made from Scottish timber, reports The Press and

Scotland’s leading built environment event moves to a major new home this October, bringing together the industry’s decision-makers, innovators and future talent under one roof.

Former employees of BGL Contracts Ltd are preparing to commence a protective award claim following the company’s collapse into administration and the loss of jobs. BGL Contracts Ltd, a Glasgow-based electrical fit-out contractor providing subcontracting services to clients across the leisure,

Bancon Group has raised £12,400 for two Scottish charities during its third annual Charity Golf Day, bringing together 84 golfers across 21 teams and eight sponsors at Newmacher Golf Club on 3 July. The money raised will be divided between The Forget Me Not Club, which supports individuals and

The contract has been secured through the Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA) framework. Kier has been selected to refurbish 114 flats to deliver an energy-efficient and contemporary environment for residents. The work due to be done includes the modernisation and extension of lift shafts so that li

Maryhill Housing Association has unveiled plans to deliver 108 homes at a long‑vacant site in the North Maryhill area. The housing association has submitted a planning application to Glasgow City Council for the new housing scheme on the Collina Street site. 

Over £15 billion will be spent to upgrade Faslane over the next ten years, according to the UK government. HMNB Clyde, which is home to the UK’s nuclear submarines, will receive £15.1bn, The Herald reports. 

Fraser Architecture has changed its trading name to Durie Architecture and the current LLP members (partners) Robert Fraser and Janice Fraser have now retired from the practice, with Alex Durie, senior architect at the practice taking over the running and ownership of Durie.  Alex Durie said: &

Construction has started on the site of the UK’s most powerful computer, indicating a new milestone in research and innovation. Owned by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and hosted at the University of Edinburgh the UK’s next National Supercomputer is anticipated to pave the way for dis

Network Rail has introduced a miniature replica of Glasgow’s Union Street corner, remembering a piece of Glasgow’s history.  Now on display in the station’s museum, the model pays tribute to the building after the blaze that tore through the iconic corner on 8 March 2026.

The Scottish Federation of Housing Associations (SFHA) has expressed concerns over the safety risks of plug-in solar in response to a consultation from the UK Government's Department of Energy Security and Net Zero on their proposal to enable plug-in solar systems. 

Under a new plan, nearly 140 new homes could be constructed on land near the Silverburn shopping centre in Glasgow.  A site located in Boydstone Road beside the M77 has been eyed by Persimmon Homes West Scotland for development, The Herald reports.  

TSL Contractors has submitted plans to Argyll and Bute Council for 12 new houses and 12 new flats in the Isle of Mull. TSL submitted the application for planning permission for land opposite Woodside Cottage in Salen, reports The Herald. 

Plans to turn an ex-hotel site which was fire-hit into flats near Glasgow Green have now received the go-ahead.