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The Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) has submitted its response to the UK Government’s consultation on tackling poor payment practices, urging for reforms that protect suppliers without destabilising construction contracts. In recognition of the ongoing issues surrounding t

The XSite Braehead facility in Renfrew is to be rebranded and transformed into a new entertainment destination.

A pay dispute involving Inverness-based road maintenance workers at BEAR Scotland has been resolved following a deal that delivers pay rises of up to 7.25%, improved standby payments, and formal union recognition for the first time.

Mark Farmer, founder at Cast Consultancy and keynote speaker at last month's Scottish Construction Summit, will be sharing his insights on the future of construction skills at this year’s BE-ST Fest Summit. Speaking ahead of November’s event, a two-day industry conference focused on net

The Construction Leadership Forum (CLF) has moved to tackle Scotland’s critical recruitment, training, and retention challenge with the launch of its Construction Workforce Mission. The Forum's Construction Accord Transformation Board said that ensuring the current workforce and new entrants d

The fourth SELECT Professionals’ Day has been hailed a resounding success, with more than 50 senior industry decision-makers gathering at the V&A Dundee to discuss the latest developments in ventilation and indoor air quality. Delegates from across Scotland’s construction sector enjo

Cruden Homes has submitted a planning application for a housing development overlooking Ayr Racecourse. 

Persimmon West Scotland’s Annick Grange development in Irvine has scooped its third major industry award in just over a year, cementing its reputation as one of the highest-quality housing sites in the country.

Significant progress is being made at a new affordable housing development in the heart of Edinburgh city centre.

More than a decade after Falkirk Council became one of only a handful of Scottish councils approved to use Tax Incremental Finance (TIF), the initiative is showing strong returns, with more than £36 million of new infrastructure delivered, 2,100 jobs created and major transport improvements no

A 700 m section of the Back Burn (also known locally as the Conland, Coul and Balbirnie Burn) has been restored to follow its original course at Coul Den Reservoir, Glenrothes, boosting biodiversity and nature and bringing benefits to local communities.

Rail infrastructure contractor QTS Group has been awarded the Investors in Diversity Silver Award by the National Centre for Diversity. The accolade recognises the firm’s ongoing commitment to creating an inclusive, equitable, and diverse workplace.

Newly released data from Constructionline’s Market Intelligence platform reveals a significant spike in the total value of UK construction opportunities in the third quarter of 2025. 

Plans for a brand-new Mercedes-Benz Truck and Bus dealership at Eurocentral have been announced by Ciceley Commercials.

Clark Contracts has achieved a Platinum accredited membership as part of The 5% Club’s highly respected 2025–26 Employer Audit Scheme.