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CONSTRUCTION DIRECTORY
Scotland Construction News Archive for December 2019
20/12/2019
The Tayside Biodiversity Partnership, a biodiversity community in Angus, has won two National Awards. The Partnership's project 'Back from the Brink – Saving our Small Blue' won the much-coveted RSPB Nature of Scotland "Community Initiative Award". Separately in London, the same project achieved t
20/12/2019
A redevelopment proposal for the Longannet site from Scottish Enterprise has been approved by members of Fife Council's Central and West Planning Committee. Fife Council Co-Leader, Cllr David Ross, said: "The Longannet site is nationally significant and critically important locally. The planning pe
20/12/2019
Transport Scotland will unveil the proposed works for the A90/A937 Laurencekirk Junction Improvement scheme, allowing local communities and road users the chance to see the plans at a public exhibition in Laurencekirk on 10 January 2020. Commenting on the proposal, Cabinet Secretary for Transport,
20/12/2019
BEAR Scotland have marked a year of partnership with "Scotland's Bravest Manufacturing Company". A team from BEAR Scotland visited a veterans' manufacturing company in Erskine to mark a year of trading between the two organisations and to meet the ex-forces team members manufacturing the road signs
20/12/2019
The latest piece in SSE's 2019 highlights begins with a "bumper stat" from the end of the year. On Sunday December 8 wind farms generated over 38per cent of UK electricity, setting a record of more than 16GW, with offshore wind generating nearly half of this. Beatrice, Scotland's largest offshore
20/12/2019
Scottish Water has drafted in Scotland's top mixology experts to create the perfect Christmas spirit – stunning water-based mocktails. Mix masters at Edinburgh-based bar group Montpeliers have joined the wave to support our great campaign Your Water Your Life, with a range of stunning H2O festive i
19/12/2019
Much is rightly being made of the role renewable energy is going to have to play in the fight against climate change and the race to net zero. However with the North of Scotland home to some of the UK's greatest resources of renewable energy, how we move it around is also critical. For the next ar
19/12/2019
Transport Scotland has revealed the upgrade works of the Sheriffhall roundabout on the Edinburgh City Bypass. The "exciting new active travel facilities" will include a new flyover, an enlarged eight arm roundabout and enhanced active travel facilities consisting of nearly 2 miles of segregated sha
19/12/2019
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has published a new paper on the democratic case for Scotland to choose its own constitutional future. The paper – entitled 'Scotland's Right to Choose: Putting Scotland's Future in Scotland's Hands' – lays out the detailed case for how and why the country should be a
19/12/2019
Kingdom Housing Association has welcomed children from Dairsie Primary School in North East Fife to their first development in the village, where they donned hard-hats and hi-viz vests for a tour before receiving selection boxes as an early Christmas gift from contractor Campion Homes. The mixed-te
19/12/2019
Scotland's homelessness system is "broken beyond repair", Homeless Network Scotland has said. The charity said that preventing homelessness will not be possible until the current system is replaced with a fairer, more effective and accessible one. The charity works to end homelessness in Scotland
19/12/2019
The Malcolm Group has appointed Arc-Tech Scotland to deliver a range of electrical service upgrades for a bonded warehouse for their Logistics division in Glenrothes. The Malcolm Group has become one of the leading providers of Logistics, Construction and Maintenance services in the UK with Malcolm
18/12/2019
Two key consultations on the future of offshore wind development and improve understanding on meeting 'net zero' targets have been launched by the Scottish Government. Views are being sought on the draft Offshore Wind Policy Statement in addition to the much anticipated draft Sectoral Marine Plan f
18/12/2019
Glasgow City Council has announced that the Greater Easterhouse Green Infrastructure Project is now complete. Pupils from Aultmore Park Primary School were invited to Blairtummock Park today to mark the completion of the £7.4 million Greater Easterhouse Green Infrastructure Project which has create
18/12/2019
The Scottish Federation of Housing Associations (SFHA) has announced a consultation of its members on the the next stage of the government's Housing To 2040 work. The Scottish Government's ambition is that everyone in Scotland will live in high quality, energy efficient homes that are affordable an
18/12/2019
Maxi Construction has completed redevelopment works on behalf of Maxi Haulage in Bellshill. The new building provides warehousing, office space, mess, welfare accommodation and meeting rooms, designed and built by Maxi. The works also included replacement insulation, cladding and roller shutter do
18/12/2019
Clark Contracts has hosted their annual Health and Safety Awards Ceremony at the Odeon Cinema at Braehead on Tuesday 10th December. Hosted by Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ) Manager, Gordon MacKenzie, the event was attended by all of the firm's project teams. During the ceremony, HSE
18/12/2019
Arc-Tech Scotland have been awarded the Gold standard Investors in Young People accreditation for the first time. Developed with support from the Scottish Government, Investors in Young People 'recognises organisations as an employer of choice' and identifies 'practices and pathways that have posit
18/12/2019
CCG's planned maintenance division, CCG Asset Management, has been appointed to carrying out works on behalf of Yoker Housing Association. Located across various addresses in the west-Glasgow region, a total of 80 properties are to benefit from new fixtures and fittings, sanitary ware and decoratio
18/12/2019
Scotland's economy grew by 0.3% from July to September 2019, according to the latest report from the Chief Statistician. During the third quarter output in the construction sector remained flat, output in production grew by 0.9% and output in the services sector grew by 0.2%. Change in gross domes
18/12/2019
The government has announced that applications are now open for a new national pilot scheme helping first-time buyers with the deposit for a new home. The First Home Fund will make the housing market fairer by providing a total of £150 million until March 2021 to help at least 6,000 people to buy t
18/12/2019
Continuing their series of SSE's 2019 highlights, SSE look back to Spring 2019 when then Energy and Clean Growth Minister, Claire Perry, announced the launch of the Offshore Wind Sector Deal. The deal marked a long-term commitment from government and industry to help harness the incredible wind re
17/12/2019
Some 18% more new build homes had been completed across all sectors by June 2019 compared to the previous year, according to the latest Quarterly Housing Statistics for Scotland. Published today, the report shows that 21,403 new build homes were completed by the year ending June 2019, an increase o
17/12/2019
SSE has delivered more of the low carbon infrastructure the UK and Ireland need for the future, as the company takes a look back at some of the energy industry and SSE highlights of 2019. "In a year that saw climate action propelled into the public consciousness and embraced by world leaders alike
17/12/2019
A new performance programme has resulted in hundreds of construction sites working more productively and efficiently, Scottish Water has reported. Scottish Water oversee more than 200 sites in a month across the country, working closely with alliance and delivery partners as well as our wider suppl
17/12/2019
Homes For Scotland have called for clarity on the future funding required to sustain housing growth. Commenting on the release of the Quarterly Housing Statistics for Scotland today, which has reported an 18% rise in the total number of new build homes completed over the year ending June, Homes For
17/12/2019
The Highland Council has welcomed the progress being made on Phase Two of the ongoing Inverness West link works. Contractors working on the second stage of the Inverness West Link bypass have said they are making good progress. Road surfacing started on November 5, with access to the canal and rou
17/12/2019
Glasgow City Council has highlighted the opportunities that have been unlocked with the redevelopment of the city's historic Meat Market Site. Part of the £1.13 billion Glasgow City Region Deal that will see investment of £27 million channelled through the Collegelands, Calton Barras project - with
17/12/2019
Scottish electrical trade body, SELECT, has signed up to the Conflict Avoidance Pledge (CAP) – a joint initiative by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, the Royal Institute of British Architects, the Institution of Civil Engineers and other major professional bodies in the built environmen
17/12/2019
Following last week's General Election which saw the Conservative Party take a significant majority in the UK Parliament, home builder Urban Union ask what the result means for the housing market. In Scotland the market has stayed strong with high demand especially from first-time buyers, especiall
17/12/2019
The Scottish Housing Regulator has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting equalities and human rights in its work. The Regulator has published an equalities statement outlining how it will meet its duties and its requirements of social landlords. The statement shows what the Regulator has done to
17/12/2019
Scotland's Towns Partnership (STP), the national agency for Towns and Improvement Districts in Scotland, is seeking a new Project Director. The role will support the Chief Executive Officer and Board to deliver the Scottish Government's agenda on the regeneration and revitalisation of our towns, hi
16/12/2019
Morrison Construction has reached financial close on the £28m project to deliver Castlebrae High School, in partnership with the City of Edinburgh Council and Hub South East. Advance works had already begun on site in October, but the contract signing means that the main construction works can now
16/12/2019
The CCG Group has retained it's Gold standard Investors in Young People accreditation. Developed with support from the Scottish Government, Investors in Young People 'recognises organisations as an employer of choice' and identifies 'practices and pathways that have positive outcomes for young peop
16/12/2019
Following the UK's General Election results on Friday, which saw the Conservative Party and Boris Johnson win a significant majority, SSE Chief Executive, Alister Phillips-Davies, has called for "bolder action to tackle climate change". Responding following the election, Mr Phillips-Davies, said: "
16/12/2019
Hebridean Housing Partnership have congratulated Western Isles Housing Association Communities Forum on their success at the TPAS Scotland National Good Practice Awards. The Forum were presented the Runner-up Award in the category of Tenant Participation Champion Group. The Awards took place as par
16/12/2019
The Scottish Federation of Housing Associations (SFHA) has highlighted an appeal by Positive Action in Housing to support the Winter Surgery. Next week, 300 adults and 170 child dependents from refugee and asylum seeking communities - will visit Positive Action in Housing's two-day marathon winter
16/12/2019
Pacific Building has completed work on a new Marks and Spencer Simply Food store at Glasgow International Airport. The eye-catching outlet is situated on the ground floor, landslide, just along from Domestic Arrivals, which ties in with the airport's latest promotional slogan: "Don't arrive home to
13/12/2019
SP Energy Networks (SPEN) have submitted their business plan outlining the critical role that the transmission system in central and southern Scotland will play in achieving Government's net zero carbon targets and supporting our future networks vision. The RIIOT2 Business Plan sets out investments
13/12/2019
The Scottish Federation of Housing Associations (SFHA) has announced the full programme for their 2020 Chairs' Conference. The conference will start with a session that looks at lessons learned so far from annual assurance statements and the new Regulatory Framework. Delegates will hear from Alex
13/12/2019
Maxi Construction have sent their "team of Elves" to deliver a haul of food, toiletries and toys to Trussell Trust distribution centres across West Lothian and Edinburgh. The company has been collecting donations from staff and supply chain members at our Head Office in Livingston and 8 of our site
13/12/2019
Innovative landslip mitigation measures installed next to the A83 near Glen Kinglas have been successful in preventing a 300-tonne landslide from reaching the roadside, BEAR Scotland has reported. The landslip was blocked from reaching the carriageway thanks to specially designed rock-bunds, which
13/12/2019
Scotland has joined a coalition of countries, cities and companies working towards net-zero transport ahead of the 2050 Paris Agreement target. Climate Change Secretary Roseanna Cunningham signed the Transport Decarbonisation Alliance (TDA) Charter at the COP25 (Conference of the Parties) UN Climat
13/12/2019
SSE has welcomed the publication of the Green Deal Communication by the European Commission, which outlines the Commission's ambitions for energy and climate policy over the course of the next presidency. Responding to the publication, SSE wrote on their website: "The publication sets out 50 clea
12/12/2019
The Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) has announced a collaboration with ITN Productions on a new news-style programme to raise awareness of the opportunities and challenges faced by the housing sector. Stating that housing is fundamental to everyone's lives, the programme, The Future of Housing
12/12/2019
The Scottish Federation of Housing Associations (SFHA) has announced that next year's Development and Procurement Conferences will take place on 17 and 18 March 2020 at Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh. The SFHA have urged interested participants to save the dates and secure attendance at the housing sec
12/12/2019
The Construction Scotland Innovation Centre (CSIC) has launched their new Future Skills Strategy, which is aims to boost innovation for the next generation in the construction industry The Future Skills Strategy will accommodate a range of interactive courses and activities which will help to widen
12/12/2019
Community ownership continues to increase across Scotland, according to the latest report from the Chief Statistician. The publication presents the number of assets in community ownership, the number of community groups that own assets and the total area of assets in community ownership. The publi
12/12/2019
The Minister for Energy, Connectivity and the Islands, Paul Wheelhouse, has officially marked the completion of SSEN Transmission's flagship Caithness-Moray HVDC link with a visit to Blackhillock substation in Moray. The £1bn transmission link, delivered on time and within regulatory allowances, ha
12/12/2019
Green electricity generated at Daer Water Treatment Works will help avoid the emissions of almost 360 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent this year. A hydro power scheme which includes turbines that can generate enough power to run approximately 690 households has recently been upgraded at a water
11/12/2019
Clark Contracts has been appointed to the new collaborative construction Framework by the Crown Commercial Service (CCS), the first government-led agreement, which can be used by the whole public sector. The framework can be used by both Central Government and Wider Public Sector Organisations incl
11/12/2019
Scotland's Wood Group have been awarded the contract to deliver modifications to two offshore installations in the Norwegian North Sea on behalf of Equinor, to connect electric power from floating wind turbines that form part of the Hywind Tampen development. Equinor's landmark project replaces ene
11/12/2019
CCG (Scotland) have said that they are delighted with the progress being made by four new apprentices in support of a major development in Govan. The apprentices are working on the conversion of the former Hills Trust Primary School and the construction of 82 new affordable homes for Elderpark Hous
11/12/2019
The Construction Scotland Innovation Centre (CSIC) have announced that applications are now open for their Collaborative Postgraduate Programme. The programme is an opportunity for students to work with construction companies on innovative projects fully funded by CSIC. CSIC works with every uni
11/12/2019
Support for small businesses has been described as "crucial" for the future of Scotland's town centres amidst the continued growth of online retail. Scotland's Towns Partnership (STP) and Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) highlighted the issue as they hosted the Cabinet Secretary for Local Gover
11/12/2019
SSE Renewables has expanded its onshore wind pipeline with the acquisition of land and development rights to a 134MW onshore wind portfolio in Germany from Holt Holding SA Limited. SSE Renewables is continually exploring opportunities to grow its portfolio of onshore wind, offshore wind, and hydro-
11/12/2019
Moray Council has announced that it has agreed to scrap a cap on the amount developers contribute towards infrastructure improvements. The existing maximum the council could seek towards the cost of offsetting the impact of developments on roads, schools and other public services was £6,500 per uni
11/12/2019
Work has gotten underway on a new sensory garden in Duns on behalf of Berwickshire Housing Association (BHA). BHA has now started work on transforming a vacant piece of land into a vibrant sensory garden for Community Integrated Care residents at Station Court in Duns. As the result of a competiti
10/12/2019
The St Enoch District Regeneration Framework (DRF) and its 10-year action plan have been approved by Glasgow City Council. The St Enoch DRF shares a number of objectives with the other eight city centre districts: • Retaining and improving the competitive edge of Glasgow city centre • A centre fo
10/12/2019
A new museum is to be developed in Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire. The council is to invest £625k in the scheme and the plans will see a modern and interactive museum space built in the basement of Clydebank Central Library to explore the town's rich industrial heritage as a global centre for sewin
10/12/2019
Fife Council and RWE scooped a prestigious for promoting the Glenrothes Energy Network. They won the Best Engagement Award at the Scottish Green Energy Awards which recently took place in Edinburgh and saw winners in 12 categories receive trophies recognising their work in the sector. Claire Mack,
10/12/2019
New regulations have been introduced to improve equality for disabled people giving them the right to make their homes more accessible. People with disabilities will be given the right to remove barriers to access by creating ramps, widening paths and installing hand rails in common areas, with the
10/12/2019
Scottish Water's £17m investment project in Paisley's waste water infrastructure has won an international award. An accolade for the great work that was done with St Charles Primary School during the project delivery, the team picked up the award for Community Engagement Initiative of the Year at t
10/12/2019
Trade association SELECT in Scotland has welcomed the Scottish Government's announcement of an industry-wide consultation on the use of cash retentions in construction. SELECT, the campaigning body for the electrotechnical industry in Scotland, said that it would now actively encourage all firms i
10/12/2019
Loretto Housing and Cube have selected Laura Henderson as their new managing director. Laura has 17 years' experience in the housing sector and joined GHA five years ago as Locality Housing Director for Parkview, Darnley and Kennishead. Previously she worked at North Ayrshire Council where she was
10/12/2019
Transport Scotland is urging A9 road users that temporary traffic lights will be in place overnight between 8pm and 6am on 16 December, as part of the A9 dualling works between Luncarty and Pass of Birnam. The traffic management will be put in place to allow Scottish Water to undertake utility work
09/12/2019
Leading UK manufacturer Superglass has strengthened its presence in Scotland with a newly redeveloped production facility. The upgrades at the glass wool insulation factory in Stirling protected 180 jobs and doubled the site's production capacity. It involved the installation of a 187-tonne furnac
09/12/2019
The Highlands has secured an investment of £145,000 as the Council looks to reposition it as the low carbon centre for Scotland. At a full Council meeting today, 09 December, Highland councillors agreed resource requirements and the establishment of a Climate Change Panel. This Panel would have res
09/12/2019
The project team behind the restoration of Ballater's fire-damaged Old Royal Station has secured a major industry accolade. Leader of Aberdeenshire Council Jim Gifford and principal architect Craig Matheson attended the 2019 National Rail Heritage Awards on Tuesday 04 December, accepting the South
09/12/2019
Scotland's first waste water treatment works to use innovative technology called Nereda has opened in Inverurie. The award-winning technology breaks sludge into granules, the structure of which enable multiple treatment processes to take place simultaneously (Granular Activated Sludge). This and t
09/12/2019
Customers at Edinburgh Airport's No.1 Lounge have been offered an improved experience courtesy of HVAC specialist Ecomech. The company worked with the airport to provide mechanical services for restaurant, bar, kitchen and toilet facilities at the lounge. Edinburgh Airport has invested £219 milli
09/12/2019
Highland Council has unveiled a plan map of Inverness' Victorian Market ahead of a refurbishment at the 'Market Hall' and 'Fish Hall'. David Haas, Inverness City Manager said: "All businesses in the 'Market Arcade' and 'Queensgate' are not part of the transformation project and will remain open du
06/12/2019
A major residential quarter is set to be developed in the heart of Aberdeen following recent committee approval. The £150 million Queen Street project, which will see the area redeveloped for multi-use purposes, was approved during Aberdeen City Council's City Growth and Resources Committee. Out
06/12/2019
Glasgow-based Elderpark Housing has announced the appointment of a new repairs contractor. Mears was appointed to the position following a successful tender exercise earlier this year. The contract, which commenced on 01 November, covers reactive repairs and void property repairs. Announcing the
06/12/2019
Plans for a new cycling and pedestrian link on the A92 at Murcar in Aberdeen have been approved by councillors. The project will see a 3m-wide route developed from the A92 Murcar roundabout to just south of Blackdog, encouraging locals to use active travel. It will link an existing path/cycleway
06/12/2019
Planning permission has been granted for a new four-star hotel along the River Ness in Inverness. The site, which has lay vacant for 20 years after the demolition of the Glebe Street Swimming Pool, will see the construction of an AC Hotel by Marriott. The 175-room hotel will comprise a spacious
06/12/2019
A Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan (SUMP) has been given the green light to encourage people to walk, cycle and use public transport in Aberdeen city centre. Envisaged as a 20-year plan, it will unlock small scale projects across the city including signage improvements and speed limit reductions. It
06/12/2019
A road in Kirkwall is set to close for improvement works next week. King Street will be closed to traffic from 8am on Monday 9 December to 12pm on Wednesday 11 December. During these times a diversion will be in place between Thom Street, The Meadows, Berstane Road, East Road and Queen Street. Pe
05/12/2019
A new investment of £40 million has bolstered plans for over 650 social and mid market rent homes in Leith. Scottish Widows has supported the Port of Leith Housing Association plans, which would see the homes delivered by 2025. The funding will be drawn in stages at a low 30-year fixed rate of 2
05/12/2019
Glasgow Housing Association has promoted one of the UK's leading sector figures to a key company role. Mr Paddy Gray, Professor Emeritus of Housing at the University of Ulster, has taken on the vice chair position at the housing association. He is regarded as an authority on housing strategy and
05/12/2019
A new and improved section of the A737 at the Den has officially opened today, 05 December. Contractor Interserve has been working on the A737 Den Realignment project since September 2018, which has seen the construction of a new road to remove the existing substandard bends, introducing road safe
05/12/2019
Plans to improve the busy Sheriffhall roundabout scheme are set to go on public display later this month. Events will be planned after the publication of draft orders for the A720 project. Cabinet Secretary for Transport, Infrastructure and Connectivity Michael Matheson said: "Sheriffhall rounda
05/12/2019
A landmark project has brought five green fully electric vehicles to Midlothian for the first time. Delivered by Melville Housing Association, the vehicles are located in Dalkeith, Bonnyrigg, Mayfield, Gorebridge and Penicuik and are now available for use by the whole community. The scheme is fre
05/12/2019
Two residential towers in Leith have undergone recent fire safety improvements. Residents of Citadel Court have welcomed a range of brand new, high-performance timber fire doors. The CCG doors have been installed to help improve fire safety and security for 135 properties as part of the City of E
04/12/2019
A £215 million 'urban village' in Edinburgh has taken a step closer to completion with planning permission. Developer Moda Living has been granted planning permission for the final phase of the Springside scheme, which will see a six-storey building constructed overlooking Dundee Street and Drysda
04/12/2019
A plan of action to tackle climate change in Dundee has been unveiled. The new Climate Action Plan follows on from the declaration of a climate emergency by Dundee City Council. The Plan sets out the first round of actions that will be launched to address the global crisis, with partners across
04/12/2019
Construction work has commenced to transform a derelict area of land in Bellshill into a new 24-home development. Engie hosted a groundbreaking ceremony at the site on Hamilton Road last week, Friday 29 November. The £2.5 million project will see the energy specialist work with the Clyde Valley H
04/12/2019
A series of construction industry workshops have been held in Moray, giving young people a closer look at the employment opportunities available in the sector. Moray College UHI welcomed over 100 pupils from secondary schools across the region to take part in 'Constructing Your Future' workshops. T
04/12/2019
Locals in the Aberdeenshire area of Banff have been invited to voice their opinion on the sale of a town centre development site. A preferred purchaser has been identified to buy the land at Canal Park/Old Market Place for potential retail use. Due to a large portion of the site being designated
04/12/2019
Plans have been approved to demolish a building in the Glenrothes area. The Glenwood Centre property is being removed as part of a major redevelopment of the area. Residents of the building have been assured new homes will be found for them. The decision was granted approval from members of the
03/12/2019
The Scottish Federation of Housing Associations (SFHA) has called on the next UK government to commit to make safe, secure and affordable housing a priority. The SFHA said that an estimated 160,000 families in Scotland are waiting for a permanent home, with many more trapped in inadequate accommoda
03/12/2019
A tender for multi-million pound plans at Dundee Waterfront is set to go before a committee early next week. Morgan Sindall has agreed to deliver over £6 million worth of work to create Waterfront Place adjacent to the V&A Dundee. Councillors on the city development committee will be asked to app
03/12/2019
Kirkintilloch has been named the winner of the FutureTown Design Competition after securing more than half of the public votes for its 'Giant Phone Box' project. Entries were shortlisted by an expert panel composed of Scotland's Towns Partnership and Threesixty Architecture, and the public vote too
03/12/2019
A £15.5 million scheme has been proposed to deliver greater flooding protection in Broughty Ferry, Dundee. Wates has been appointed to deliver the fourth phase of the Broughty Ferry Flood Protection Scheme, which will reduce the risk of flooding to residential, open space, community and businesses
03/12/2019
Work to renew roof finishes and replace cladding panels on the extension at Peterhead Sheriff and Justice of the Peace Court has been completed, as part of a £1m building refurbishment carried out by main contractor, Clark Contracts. In addition to the work to the roof and the extension, other work
03/12/2019
The Highland Council has boosted its housing supply with the purchase of eight new bungalows. Designed by Bracewell Stirling and delivered by contractor Compass, the homes are made for people with mobility issues to rent at Gairloch Ginn Park. They comprise of two fully wheelchair accessible units
03/12/2019
SSE has signed the Armed Forces Covenant, formalising its commitment to supporting serving and ex-services personnel. The energy firm has committed to a package of support for serving and ex-forces personnel and their families. It includes additional leave for training, support for those with famil
03/12/2019
Roadworks have begun on a route in Staffin on the Isle of Skye. Work got underway today, 03 December, on the A855 by Stenscholl and will take place over the next four days. During this time traffic will be managed utilising a convoy vehicle to minimise any disruption. Malcolm MacLeod, the Highlan
02/12/2019
Glasgow City Council have launched a 10 week consultation on the draft regeneration strategy for the Central District of the city centre. Each of the nine districts in Glasgow city centre has or will have a District Regeneration Framework (DRF) - essentially, a plan for short, medium and long-term
02/12/2019
Highland Council has been recognised for its excellence in planning at a recent national awards ceremony. The local authority secured a number of awards at the SAQP (Scottish Awards for Quality in Planning), which celebrated its 20th anniversary. The leading government awards celebrate achievemen
02/12/2019
Portobello in Edinburgh has been named the best neighbourhood in the UK and Ireland at the 2020 Urbanism Awards, beating fellow finalists Levenshulme in Manchester and South Bank in Leeds. The award is one of five given out each year by The Academy of Urbanism, a network of built environment expert
02/12/2019
A new extension has been delivered at Invergarry Primary School in the Highlands. Morrison Construction completed work on the £800,000 scheme, which saw two classrooms with toilets and a cloakroom area linked to the former school house. This house, which has lay vacant for some time, has been conv
02/12/2019
Hundreds of long-term empty homes in Glasgow are set to be brought back into use courtesy of a new strategy. Glasgow City Council's Empty Homes Strategy has been approved by committee, supporting the local authority's commitment to increasing Glasgow's housing supply. The new three-year strategy
02/12/2019
A Taylor Wimpey team have carried out maintenance works at Inverkeithing Community Garden to mark the launch of their nearby Spencer Fields development. As part of their ongoing commitment to working in partnership with local communities, Taylor Wimpey also donated £500 to the project and become a
02/12/2019
Aberdeenshire Council has committed to a three-year dredging contract for three North-east harbours it operates. As statutory authority for Banff, Macduff and Stonehaven, the council has a legal obligation to provide safe navigation for harbour users. The council's Infrastructure Services Committe
02/12/2019
Roads in Kirkwall have reopened to traffic following improvement work. Palace Road and Tankerness Lane opened from today, 02 December, as work was paused to minimise disruption over the festive period. Work has been taking place at the junction with Broad Street as part of the Kirkwall THI proje
