Bear Scotland

The preferred bidders have been named for two improved road maintenance contracts in the south of Scotland worth more than £1.4 billion in total. Bear Scotland Ltd will take over the South East Unit and Amey OW Ltd will operate the South West unit. The new contracts will commence on 16th Augus

Increased competition has contributed to a fall in turnover and profits for road maintenance provider Bear Scotland. Accounts filed at Companies House revealed that Perth-based Bear’s revenues fell 18 per cent to £73.7 million in 2015.

A82 Road Cross Section A preferred route option for the A82 Tarbet to Inverarnan upgrade has been identified which closely follows the existing stretch of the road.

A million pound contract which will see major repairs and improvements to the A82 in the North West Highlands is underway.

The Employment Appeal Tribunal has ruled that workers should have overtime included in holiday pay.