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Glasgow Caledonian University research is helping to shape the next phase of Scotland’s approach to home energy efficiency, following the publication of consultation feedback on a proposed new national assessment framework.

The Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA) has appointed Alan Russell and Catriona Peden as chair and vice chair of its advisory committee, reinforcing its commitment to ensuring that its procurement frameworks are shaped directly by the needs of the public sector. The SPA committee plays a central rol

With more homeowners across Scotland choosing to extend rather than move, property experts are warning that poor design decisions can turn a dream renovation into an expensive mistake. The issue will be explored at the Scottish Homebuilding & Renovating Show, returning to the SEC, Glasgow on 9&n

Residents and interested parties are invited to view the final plans for 43 modern, energy efficient homes at the site of the former Fullarton flats in Irvine.

David Wilson Homes Scotland is launching a unique new initiative that combines sustainability, nostalgia and community spirit by offering residents complimentary doorstep deliveries of locally sourced, glass-bottled milk.

SSEN Transmission is to carry out a temporary programme of ground investigation works near the River Beauly as part of permitted development activity to inform plans for the proposed replacement of the Black Bridge. Scheduled to begin today, the works will be carried out in stages over approximately

Lismore Real Estate Advisors has promoted Chrissie Clancy-Crofts to senior surveyor within its Edinburgh-based team. Chrissie first engaged with Lismore in 2022 through a work experience programme, while studying and subsequently joined the firm in November 2024.

A new social value report from Morris & Spottiswood Group has revealed a landmark year in which the business exceeded its centenary target of creating £100 million of social value for the communities it serves.

Kier has appointed Alexandra Smith as the new national frameworks director for its construction business, following the planned retirement of Deane Hudson, after a 39-year career with the company. Alexandra joined Kier Construction two years ago as senior business development manager for its London

The Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service (COPFS) has lodged a First Notice to begin the court process for a Fatal Accident Inquiry (FAI) into the death of William Matthews. The 57-year-old, the owner and director of a roofing and plastering business based in Paisley, died on 5 August 2024 from

As Scotland approaches the Holyrood elections on 7 May, the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) Scotland is calling on the next Scottish Government to appoint a cabinet-level minister for Construction & Infrastructure. Scotland's construction industry accounts for 10% of the economy and employs

Housebuilder and construction specialist Bancon Group has made a series of senior leadership appointments, with Andrew Tweedie transitioning from his previous role as chief financial officer to chief executive officer. Mr Tweedie brings a strong combination of strategic insight, financial expertise

Pupils at Coatbridge High School have benefited from various employability advice and interactive workshops delivered by Cruden as work begins on a new housing development for North Lanarkshire Council.  Cruden has begun work on site at the former Sharks Mouth pub on Bank Street, supporting Nor

Ahead of the 280th anniversary of the final Jacobite uprising at Culloden Battlefield, archaeologists from the National Trust for Scotland have recovered an unexploded mortar shell, thought to have been fired by government artillery during the battle. The battle of Culloden on 16 April 1746 was a de

A 200-year-old flute once owned by Robert Burns's son has been played in the United States for the first time, as the campaign to save Ellisland Farm takes its message to the heart of New York City during Tartan Week 2026. The instrument, restored after centuries of silence, was performed by acclaim