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An Ayrshire apprentice who has already made history in the construction industry has now been crowned the best apprentice at one of the UK’s largest housebuilders. Chantelle Muir, 24, from Ayr, was named Apprentice of the Year at Persimmon Homes’ annual Excellence Always Awards, held at

Two of Persimmon Homes West Scotland’s most respected employees are retiring after a combined 59 years of service to the business. Alison Paton and Craig Watson are stepping down after careers that have spanned almost six decades and helped shape the company’s growth across Scotland.

Pupils at Orchard Primary School in Overtown have been given a hands-on introduction to the world of construction after receiving 500 books from Persimmon Homes. The homebuilder donated copies of Cones and Building Sustainable Homes, a book designed to inspire young people to learn more about how mo

A local grassroots football team in Sauchie is celebrating a boost after Persimmon Homes North Scotland donated £2,600 to support its girls’ Under-14s team.

Persimmon Homes has withdrawn its planning application for the proposed expansion to the north of Cupar.

A volunteer-led wellbeing project in Stewarton has received a £4,000 donation from Persimmon Homes West Scotland to support its ongoing work tackling loneliness, improving mental health, and providing practical support to local people. Thrive in Stewarton provides free, accessible activities f

Families in Lesmahagow are set to benefit from new homes and investment in local services after plans for a 224-home development were approved by South Lanarkshire Council.

A Drumchapel apprentice has brushed off the competition after a stunning double win in two of the UK’s toughest trade contests. Ricky Booth, 32, a painting and decorating apprentice with Persimmon Homes West Scotland, went head-to-head with some of the UK’s top apprentices and came out o

Persimmon Homes North Scotland has announced that Children’s Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS) will remain its Charity of the Year for a fourth consecutive year. Employees at the company’s Perth head office voted to continue supporting the children’s hospice charity, which provides v

Persimmon Homes West Scotland has announced plans for a £2 million investment in Ferniegair with new homes, investment in local schools, and upgrades to infrastructure in the pipeline.

Persimmon Homes East Scotland has made a £3,000 donation to West Calder and Harburn Community Development Trust through its Community Champions scheme, supporting the Trust’s ambitious Discovery Centre project. The funding will help the Trust as they progress plans for the new Discovery

Primrose Community Development Trust has received a £5,000 donation from Persimmon Homes North Scotland to support its work in the village of Crossgates. The cheque was presented at Crossgates Community Centre, with Ian Campbell, Chair of Primrose Community Development Trust, on hand to receiv

Every pupil at Beith Primary School will receive an Easter egg this year after Persimmon Homes West Scotland made a £1,000 donation to the school as part of its Community Champions scheme. The donation was made to the school’s Parent Council, with some of the funding put towards buying a

Persimmon Homes has appointed James MacKay as regional managing director with responsibility for supporting the company's operations in east Scotland. Mr MacKay will take on the new post while continuing in his existing role as managing director of Persimmon North Scotland.

Families in Stirling are set to benefit from new homes, investment in local education, and upgraded infrastructure after plans for 264 properties in Bannockburn were unanimously approved.