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24/02/2025
Clark Contracts has been appointed to the panel of contractors on two lots of Glasgow City Council's £12 million Statutory Private Property Housing Repairs Framework. The framework, which runs until 2028, covers both internal and external refurbishments.
Clark Contracts will be eligible to bid for
24/02/2025
Firethorn Trust has announced a significant construction milestone at its purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) project on Leith Walk in Edinburgh. The substructure of the six-storey building has been completed, paving the way for the next phase of construction.
Ogilvie Construction, the appoi
24/02/2025
Construction has officially commenced on a new health and wellbeing centre at Fettes College in Edinburgh. The facility, named the Allardice Centre in memory of former student David Allardice, will provide a centralised hub for medical and pastoral care services, focusing on students' physical and m
24/02/2025
Glasgow hosted the 12th annual Scottish Property Awards, with 600 guests gathering to celebrate the best of the Scottish property industry. The awards, an independent competition, recognised excellence across the sector, with winners selected from over 40 entries by a panel of 13 industry experts.
24/02/2025
SSEN has welcomed the National Infrastructure Commission's (NIC) study on the future of electricity distribution networks, endorsing its call for greater proactive investment to support decarbonisation.
The company supports the NIC's recommendation for a shift to a more proactive network investment
24/02/2025
Scottish Water has been awarded the PAS 2080 standard by the British Standards Institution (BSI), recognising its work and investment in carbon reduction. The utility is the first public sector organisation in Scotland, and one of the first Scottish businesses overall, to achieve this globally recog
24/02/2025
Nicol of Skene Ltd and GroundGuards have announced a new strategic partnership. The collaboration will allow Nicol of Skene to offer ground protection and temporary access solutions to its clients across Scotland, serving the construction, infrastructure, renewables, and outdoor events sectors.
The
24/02/2025
Energy-efficient Aeronautical Ground Lighting (AGL) systems have been installed at both Kirkwall and Inverness airports. The £9 million investment by Highlands and Islands Airports Limited (HIAL) marks a significant step towards sustainable operations and infrastructure improvements.
The new LED-ba
24/02/2025
Tenants in nine Edinburgh homes are now benefiting from major energy upgrades designed to improve living standards and reduce energy bills. The homes, located in the south-east of the city, have achieved an Energy Performance Certificate 'B' rating following improvements including external wall insu
24/02/2025
Downing Renewable Developments (DRD), a subsidiary of investment manager Downing, has relocated to larger offices in Glasgow to accommodate its growing workforce. The company's headcount has nearly tripled in the past two years due to expansion in the UK and newly established operations in the Nordi
21/02/2025
West Lothian Council is set to approve a long-term capital investment plan that will see £201 million invested in local infrastructure and council-owned properties between 2025/26 and 2032/33. The plan will be presented to the Full Council next week, February 25, 2025.
Capital funding, which is se
21/02/2025
Network Rail has completed a £3.5 million refurbishment of the Awe Viaduct, located near Taynuilt on the Oban branch of the West Highland Line.
The project, which began in Summer 2024, saw engineers replace the viaduct's timber deck, remove old paint, repair the wrought iron structure, and apply ne
21/02/2025
The Scottish Government has introduced the Natural Environment (Scotland) Bill to Parliament, outlining proposals to restore nature and protect biodiversity. The legislation will now be considered by MSPs.
The Bill would place a duty on Ministers to set legally-binding nature restoration targets an
21/02/2025
Falkirk Council is investing £2 million to enhance public spaces and create new recreational opportunities in Bonnybridge, Slamannan, Dunipace, and Bainsford & Langlees. The projects are being funded through the Regeneration Fund, approved in 2023, which supports infrastructure improvements in town
21/02/2025
Pulpex Limited, a sustainable packaging technology company, has announced a £62 million Series D investment round. The funding includes £10 million from the Scottish National Investment Bank, £43.5 million from the National Wealth Fund (NWF), and the remainder from existing investors.
The investmen
21/02/2025
SSEN has welcomed the National Infrastructure Commission's (NIC) study on the future of electricity distribution networks, expressing support for its recommendation of greater proactive investment to facilitate decarbonisation.
SSEN agrees with the NIC's assessment that a shift from the current "st
21/02/2025
Local businesses are being encouraged to attend a free "Meet the Buyer" event in Dundee on March 4th at the Michelin Scotland Innovation Parc (MSIP). The event will provide an opportunity to connect with buyers from public sector organizations across Tayside and learn about upcoming contract opportu
21/02/2025
The Scottish Government has confirmed it is considering the potential purchase of Ardrossan Harbour. Transport Secretary Fiona Hyslop announced the move in response to a Parliamentary Question.
"Today I have updated Parliament that I have instructed Transport Scotland and CMAL to explore a potentia
20/02/2025
Plans have been revealed to transform the historic A-listed Victorian Collectors Hall in Glasgow City Centre into a stunning multi-million pound events space. The restoration is part of the ongoing £100m Love Loan development and will be incorporated into the 240+ room AC Hotel by Marriott Glasgow o
20/02/2025
GRAHAM, the Co. Down-based construction company, has completed the multi-million-pound fit-out of BT's new office in Dundee.
The telecom giant has relocated from its long-time premises on Ward Road, where it had been based since 1976, to a modern five-storey office at 2 Greenmarket, located in the
20/02/2025
A new study by ScottishPower Renewables and Stillstrom by Maersk has concluded that servicing offshore wind farms with battery-powered, zero-emission vessels charged directly from the wind turbines is technically feasible and offers both economic and operational advantages.
The research, the first
20/02/2025
Scotland's John Wood Group PLC (Wood) has been awarded a £95million two-year contract extension by Shell UK Limited to provide brownfield engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services to onshore and offshore assets across the UK.
The cost-reimbursable contract extension covers brownfiel
20/02/2025
Clark Contracts has begun construction of a £6.7 million Water Sports Hub in Stranraer for the Stranraer Water Sports Association (SWSA).
Young people from Stranraer marked the start of the project with a groundbreaking ceremony. The hub, located adjacent to the current Harbour Office in Agnew Park
20/02/2025
First Minister John Swinney has emphasised the need for a collaborative and inclusive approach to tackling the climate and nature emergency in Scotland, stating that the transition to net zero "will abandon no community."
Speaking at the Glasgow Botanic Gardens, Mr. Swinney acknowledged the progres
20/02/2025
PDM, a leading building materials merchant, has secured a significant contract with Emtec Utility Services Limited to supply materials for the Ardersier Port energy transition facility in the Moray Firth.
Emtec Utility Services, an independent connection provider, has been commissioned to work on t
20/02/2025
Work will begin next month on the restoration of 15-19 Argyll Street in Lochgilphead, the fifth building to benefit from the Lochgilphead Conservation Area Regeneration Scheme (CARS).
The property, currently in poor condition, will undergo extensive repairs to its roof, chimney, leadwork, stonework
20/02/2025
The latest meeting of the West Lothian Construction Forum takes place tomorrow, Wednesday, 19 February with cash flow specialist Craig Alexander Rattray the guest speaker.
Rattray, of CR Corporate Solutions, set up a successful Know Your Numbers division of the company to help give owners a better
20/02/2025
A new nature trail is being developed at Lochore Meadows Country Park, Fife, improving access and safety for visitors. Work on the path, which will connect the popular "Round the Loch" circular route, begins next week (24 February).
The new path will create a dedicated off-road route, eliminating t
19/02/2025
Arrowmere Capital, part of the Hurstwood Holdings Group, has submitted a planning application for a £15 million industrial park in Dyce, Aberdeen.
The proposed development, designed by RGP Architects, will provide 80,000 sq ft of premium industrial and warehouse space across five modern units, ran
19/02/2025
Costain has officially opened a new office in Aberdeen to better serve its expanding customer base in the energy sector.
The move comes as part of Costain's strategy to strengthen its presence in Scotland and the UK, focusing on engineering, energy resilience and energy transition projects. The new
19/02/2025
Filmhouse (Edinburgh) Ltd has announced the appointment of Clark Contracts to lead the transformation of its iconic cinema in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre.
Located at 88 Lothian Road, the historic venue has been a cultural hub since 1979, when it opened in a converted church building. Origi
19/02/2025
Two groundbreaking projects have been shortlisted for the coveted Net Zero Development of the Year award at the 2025 Scottish Property Awards.
The D2 Grids project, a pioneering collaboration with FES Group, has made history as Scotland’s first and only 5th generation district heating and cooling n
19/02/2025
DM Hall, one of Scotland's leading independent firms of Chartered Surveyors, has welcomed four colleagues to the partnership.
The four, Mark Rutherford, Felicity Forbes-Davidson, Steven Leith, and Charles Metcalf are from varied geographical locations and are representative of the extent and breadt
19/02/2025
Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) has officially taken possession of the keys to its new state-of-the-art glasshouse, marking a major milestone in the multimillion-pound redevelopment of the Newton Nursery near Elgin.
The new 12,000m² glasshouse, roughly the size of two football pitches, is set to r
19/02/2025
The City of Edinburgh Council is calling on local residents to share their opinions on the regeneration of Seafield, ensuring that the development meets the needs and aspirations of the community.
As a crucial part of the city's Edinburgh City Plan 2030, the Seafield site is set for significant tra
18/02/2025
A ceremony has been held to celebrate the topping out of the new medical and dental centre at Leuchars Station in Fife, marking a significant milestone in the £22 million project.
The Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) is overseeing the build on behalf of the British Army, with Graham Buildi
18/02/2025
The waterpark at the Time Capsule in Coatbridge is set to close for up to six months starting in March 2025 for essential upgrades.
While the waterpark will be temporarily unavailable, all other facilities at the complex, including the 25m swimming pool, ice rink, and gym will remain open througho
18/02/2025
Orkney Islands Council has welcomed a £300,000 funding boost from the Scottish Government to support home energy efficiency works for homeowners across the county.
The funding will be managed and delivered locally by Warmworks, working on behalf of the council.
The funding increase follows the co
18/02/2025
East Renfrewshire Council has successfully reached the final stage in the handover of 105 new homes within the Cala Homes (West) Newton Mearns development, providing much-needed housing for 246 council tenants.
The new homes include a mix of 36 one-bedroom flats, 37 two-bedroom homes, 26 three-bed
18/02/2025
West Lothian Council has approved its Housing Capital Investment Programme for 2025/26 to 2027/28, alongside the Housing Revenue Account Budget for the same period.
The plans aim to improve and expand the region's council housing stock while maintaining high-quality living standards for tenants.
18/02/2025
Murphy recently participated in the groundbreaking ceremony for the highly anticipated Eastern Green Link 1, a major new infrastructure project.
The joint venture between SP Energy Networks and National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET) aims to provide green electricity to two million homes. Th
17/02/2025
Work has begun on the latest phase of the Avenues Plus project in Glasgow, with improvements being made to Cowcaddens Road and Dobbie's Loan.
This £21 million project, funded by the Scottish Government through Sustrans' Places For Everyone programme, will see significant upgrades to the area, inclu
17/02/2025
Residents and businesses in Govan are being encouraged to provide feedback on the latest designs for a new walking, wheeling, and cycling network as part of the Connecting Greater Govan project.
The project aims to improve active travel options in the area, with plans including new cycleways, widen
17/02/2025
Work on a £15 million project to transform the Templehall area of Kirkcaldy is set to begin, with the demolition of the existing community centre on February 24th.
The centre will be replaced by a state-of-the-art Community Hub, which will be located on the site of the former Argos Centre. Construc
17/02/2025
Construction has officially commenced on a new standalone nursery at Ferryhill School in Aberdeen.
The £17.1 million project, part of Aberdeen City Council's wider suitability improvement initiative, marks the first phase of a two-phase development that will significantly enhance the learning envir
17/02/2025
The Inverness Castle Experience has reached two significant milestones with the completion of glazing on the new link building and the installation of the fully refurbished Rose Window.
These achievements mark significant progress in the redevelopment of the historic Inverness Castle, which is set
17/02/2025
Springfield Properties has announced the signing of an agreement with Barratt Developments for the sale of 2,480 plots of undeveloped land across six sites for £64.2 million.
The proceeds from the sale will be used to accelerate the removal of the Group's outstanding bank debt and to capitalise on
17/02/2025
Barnardo's has received a historic £18 million donation from the Katherine Martin Charitable Trust, which will be used to expand the charity's Gap Homes programme and provide much-needed support for young people leaving care.
The donation will fund the construction of 50 new Gap Homes across the UK
17/02/2025
Loreburn Housing Association has announced a new pilot programme to improve the energy efficiency of some of its properties.
The initiative, delivered in collaboration with Clyde Net Zero and City Energy Network, will see the installation of energy-saving measures such as insulation upgrades, air s
17/02/2025
A section of the A926 Blairgowrie to Alyth road will be closed for six weeks, starting today, Monday 17 February, to allow for the replacement of a 600-metre length of gas main by SGN.
The road closure, between Pictfield and the Half Way House junction, was initially implemented last week for an em
17/02/2025
Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) has seen positive initial results from its river restoration efforts in Glen Prosen, according to research conducted by the Esk Rivers and Fisheries Trust (ERFT).
The research, commissioned by FLS to establish a baseline for future monitoring, found that while fish
14/02/2025
Green Marine UK, a Stromness-based marine services provider, is expanding its operations into the offshore wind sector with the support of a £218,750 investment from Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE).
The funding will enable the company to acquire advanced surveying equipment, allowing it to o
14/02/2025
Fife Council has granted full planning permission for the renovation and expansion of the Links Clubhouse in St Andrews.
The project will see the addition of a new café, bag drop area, and retail space, as well as an upgrade of locker room facilities. The clubhouse will also benefit from new window
14/02/2025
Planning permission has been granted for a new leisure centre and theatre at Eastwood Park in East Renfrewshire.
The new complex will feature state-of-the-art facilities, including an eight-lane swimming pool, a learner pool, a significantly larger fitness suite with three fitness studios, and a fo
14/02/2025
ESG360°, a London-headquartered fintech company providing businesses with ESG compliance tools, is planning to expand its Glasgow office after securing a £1 million grant from Scottish Enterprise.
The company, which established its Glasgow presence last year, will use the funding to invest in its S
14/02/2025
CITB has supported over 24,000 learners and nearly 9,000 employers with apprenticeship grants between April and December 2024, providing over £50 million to employers during this period.
The construction skills body has also seen significant success in supporting new entrants into the industry, wit
14/02/2025
Aberdeenshire Council has launched a public consultation on its draft Development Plan Scheme 2025-26, which outlines the anticipated programme for the production of the Local Development Plan.
The scheme sets out how the public can get involved in the planning process, including through a "Call fo
14/02/2025
Construction has commenced on Eastern Green Link 1(EGL1), a major subsea electricity interconnector that will transport renewable energy between Scotland and England.
The £2.5 billion project, a joint venture between SP Energy Networks and National Grid Electricity Transmission, will see over 190km
14/02/2025
BMI has launched its annual Apprentice of the Year competition, offering a platform for the next generation of roofing professionals to showcase their skills and compete for valuable prizes.
The competition, now in its eighth year, will see up to 20 apprentices compete in a two-day final at the BMI
14/02/2025
Clark Contracts is hosting two careers evenings in Paisley and Edinburgh on March 4th and 6th respectively, as part of Scottish Apprenticeship Week.
The events will provide prospective candidates with the opportunity to learn more about career paths within the company and explore apprenticeship and
14/02/2025
Colleagues from Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN)'s Melksham depot have volunteered their time to help create a sensory garden at the Canberra Centre in Wiltshire.
Working alongside Wiltshire Family Hubs, the SSEN team spent two days planting trees and creating a welcoming outdoor s
13/02/2025
The River Park Programme in Fife has been awarded a £2.98 million grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
The funding will contribute to the regeneration of the River Leven valley, transforming it into a beautiful and biodiverse public park that connects local communities with their past.
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13/02/2025
Ark Estates has acquired two prominent commercial properties in Alness, Ardroy House and Culcraggie House, from BT.
Ardroy House, a 9,367 sq ft modern industrial unit, is currently being upgraded by Ark Estates for future letting. The property offers high-quality accommodation with ample parking an
13/02/2025
Three UK companies are developing innovative technologies to enhance the Woodland Carbon Code and Peatland Code, with the aim of improving the accuracy and efficiency of carbon sequestration projects.
The companies are participating in the CivTech Challenges programme, a Scottish Government initiat
13/02/2025
Taylor Hopkinson, a leading global renewable energy recruitment specialist, has secured a new 10,812 sq ft office space at 6 Atlantic Quay in Glasgow city centre.
The company, which has been based in Glasgow since 2009, will relocate to the third floor of the 70,000 sq ft fully refurbished office b
13/02/2025
Scotland’s National Retrofit Centre, hosted by BE-ST, has deepened its strategic partnership with the UK National Retrofit Hub.
The two organisations will collaborate on key initiatives such as the Retrofit Alliance of Nations, which brings together retrofit delivery organisations across the UK and
13/02/2025
SGN has partnered with Generation Science to deliver interactive workshops on renewable energy to primary school children in areas impacted by the LTS Futures project.
LTS Futures is a pioneering project that aims to validate the use of existing gas pipelines for the transportation of hydrogen.
Th
13/02/2025
SELECT, the trade association for Scotland's electrical contracting industry, has renewed calls for the urgent regulation of the electrical industry, warning that the failure to act on this issue could be considered "another black mark in history."
In a statement marking the association's 125th ann
13/02/2025
Ross Gorman and Lara Mcleman have been named Apprentices of the Year 2024/2025 by the Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA).
Gorman, who works for McFadyens Contractors in Campbeltown, was awarded SPOA Plant Operator Apprentice of the Year, while Mcleman, employed by Scot JCB in Muir of Ord, was
13/02/2025
West Lothian Council has confirmed plans to demolish three empty high-rise towers in Motherwell using a controlled blowdown method.
The demolition of Allan, Coursington, and Draffen Towers had been delayed due to technical issues, but the council has now determined that a single blowdown event is t
13/02/2025
Barratt Homes East Scotland has been contracted by West Lothian Council to build 33 new council homes at its Woodland Gait development in Livingston.
The development will include a mix of house types, comprising six 1-bedroom cottage flats, 12 2-bedroom cottage flats, four 2-bedroom houses, four 2-
12/02/2025
Scottish Water has completed a £420,000 solar project at its waste water treatment works near East Kilbride.
The project involves the installation of 428 solar panels at the Allers site, which are expected to generate 0.22GWh of green energy annually, meeting almost a fifth of the site's power need
12/02/2025
NatWest Group has announced an updated package of targeted lending and support for the UK social housing sector, with a new ambition of £7.5 billion of lending over the next three years.
This increased funding aims to support local housing authorities and homeowners in the face of ongoing economic
12/02/2025
Work is underway on the Wellpark Link project in Glasgow's Bellgrove area, which aims to improve public realm and enhance active travel connections.
The project, funded by the Glasgow City Region City Deal, will see improvements to footpaths and the installation of a new cycle lane along Melbourne
12/02/2025
Perth and Kinross Council has completed the acquisition of six new council houses in Kinross, purchased from a development built by Persimmon Homes.
The development includes four three-bedroom and two two-bedroom houses, all built to a high standard with energy efficiency measures incorporated.
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12/02/2025
North Lanarkshire Council has published plans to improve an area of woodland at Cambusnethan Local Nature Reserve.
The project will focus on restoring approximately 10 hectares of woodland surrounding Hall Gill, a steeply sloping gorge.
Over the next five years, the management plan will see the ad
12/02/2025
Dundee City Council is set to invest over £500,000 in upgrading play areas across the city.
Plans for the upgrades, which include proposals for Pitairlie Park, Longhaugh Road, and several other locations, will be considered by the Fair Work, Economic Growth and Infrastructure Committee on Monday 17
12/02/2025
Barratt Redrow has appointed Alison Condie as its new Regional Managing Director for Scotland.
Condie, who previously held the roles of Regional Director for Scotland and Managing Director for the East of Scotland, succeeds Douglas McLeod, who retired from the company in December after a 50-year ca
12/02/2025
SSEN Transmission has announced the first round of funding awards from its community benefit fund, with £2 million allocated to a range of projects across the north of Scotland.
The funding, which comes from the company's £10 million initial fund, will support projects aligned with three key themes
12/02/2025
Scottish Water has completed a £1.5 million project to address sewer flooding issues in the village of Cardross on the Firth of Clyde.
A new screened overflow has been installed under a section of Geilston Park to divert rainwater run-off into the nearby Geilston Burn during periods of heavy rainfa
12/02/2025
Scottish SMEs have highlighted the opportunities presented by the upcoming Defence Industrial Strategy during a visit by Defence Procurement and Industry Minister Maria Eagle to the Rosyth shipyard.
The Minister visited Babcock's Rosyth site, where the Type 31 frigates are being built, to hear from
11/02/2025
A new report from the University of Edinburgh has revealed the significant economic potential of Scotland's marine energy sector, with the potential to contribute more than £8 billion to the Scottish economy by 2050 and support over 15,000 jobs.
"The energy contained in Scotland's seas is a vast an
11/02/2025
Savills has brokered the sale of 98 Buchanan Street and 31 Royal Exchange Square, Glasgow, to Cervidae for £13.775 million.
The sale marks the conclusion of Old Park Lane Management's (OPLM) asset management plan in Scotland, as the company focuses on its core strategy of large-scale development in
11/02/2025
North Lanarkshire Council and NHS Lanarkshire have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the delivery of two major infrastructure projects: the East Airdrie Link Road and the new University Hospital Monklands.
The MoU aims to ensure that the development of the East Airdrie Li
11/02/2025
Network Rail engineers are set to begin a £2.9 million project to renew both platforms at Hillington West station on the Glasgow – Paisley railway line.
Both platforms, which are 190 metres long, have reached the end of their service life and will be demolished and rebuilt with improved surfacing a
11/02/2025
West Lothian Council has reported a significant reduction in the number of empty council properties, commonly known as "voids," in recent months.
Currently, around 1.7% of all council properties in West Lothian are vacant, a significant decrease from over 500 properties in November 2023.
"This is
11/02/2025
Plans for a new offshore wind hub in Orkney have been accelerated with the announcement of a £5 million grant from Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE).
The funding will support the development of a new deep-water quay at Scapa Flow, enabling the assembly of offshore wind turbines at the site.
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11/02/2025
Work has commenced on a coastal protection scheme in Kingston, Moray, designed to mitigate the impacts of erosion in the area.
The project, funded by the Scottish Government, will involve the construction of a 50cm high shingle bank between Lein Car Park and the main shingle ridge at the lagoon.
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11/02/2025
The Scottish Land Commission has called for a stronger role for public land acquisition in addressing the rural housing crisis.
A new report published by the Commission highlights the need to utilise public land more effectively to ensure a steady supply of land for much-needed housing development
11/02/2025
Construction has commenced on a new mixed-use development in Linlithgow, comprising a 60-bed care home and 18 private apartments.
The 1.6-acre site, located near Linlithgow Train Station, will be developed by a joint venture between Morrison Community Care Group and CCG (Scotland).
"This new devel
11/02/2025
SSEN Transmission, the Perth-based electricity transmission company, has pledged its support to the Young Person's Guarantee, a Scottish Government initiative aimed at providing opportunities for all 16-24 year olds.
The company has reaffirmed its commitment to nurturing young talent in the Scottis
10/02/2025
Scottish Land & Estates has warned that calls for more radical changes to the Land Reform (Scotland) Bill could have a devastating impact on rural businesses and communities.
The organisation, which represents landowners and rural businesses across Scotland, expressed concern over calls from campai
10/02/2025
A new report has highlighted the increasing challenges facing Scotland's hydropower sector due to climate change, particularly the impact of increased sediment buildup.
Commissioned by Scotland's Centre of Expertise for Waters (CREW), the report, published today, warns that climate change is expect
10/02/2025
Scottish Water has launched a seven-week public consultation on its draft Long-Term Strategy, inviting stakeholders, customers, and communities to provide feedback on its plans for the next 25 years.
The strategy outlines the challenges facing water and waste water services in Scotland, including t
10/02/2025
ScottishPower has announced a significant increase in starting salaries for its apprentices, with the company now offering a minimum of £24,310 per year for first-year craft apprentices.
This move by SP Energy Networks, ScottishPower's electricity grid business, makes it the first electricity grid
10/02/2025
Maintenance work has commenced on the Cairngorm Funicular Railway, with staff carrying out essential checks on the electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems that govern the movement of the carriages.
An engineer from Swiss funicular specialist Garaventa will join the team this week to conduct s
10/02/2025
NHBC CEO Steve Wood has announced his intention to step down from the role later this year, bringing to an end eight years of leadership at the organisation.
Under Wood's guidance, NHBC has undergone a period of significant transformation, strengthening its position within the housing sector.
"It
07/02/2025
Kier Construction has been awarded a £683.8m contract by the Scottish Government to deliver a new, state-of-the-art prison in Glasgow.
The new prison, HMP Glasgow, will replace the existing HMP Barlinnie, which was built in 1880 and has been deemed unfit for purpose.
"It's an honour to be awarded
07/02/2025
Stirling Council has approved a 7.2% rent increase for council tenants for the 2025/26 financial year. The increase will generate approximately £18.5 million, which will be reinvested in the council's housing stock.
The decision follows a consultation with tenants, with 61% of respondents supportin
07/02/2025
Shetland Islands Council is once again seeking the input of local residents on a range of community issues as part of the 'Our Place – Your Say' project.
The project, which was last conducted in 2016, aims to gather public opinion on 15 key themes, including transport, housing, community safety, an
07/02/2025
Essential maintenance works have been announced for the Halbeath Road in Dunfermline, with the aim of improving the road surface and traffic flow.
The project, which is scheduled to begin on 24 February and last until March 14, 2025, will involve resurfacing the road from Garvock Bank Railway Bridg
07/02/2025
East Lothian Council's Planning Committee has approved a proposed response to plans for a battery storage facility at Cockenzie, subject to conditions.
The application for the facility, which consists of 140 lithium-ion battery containers, requires the consent of Scottish Ministers and is being pro
07/02/2025
Scottish Borders Housing Association (SBHA) has unveiled twelve new sustainable homes at Fairhurst Drive in Burnfoot, marking the completion of a significant development project.
The new homes, a mix of one- and two-bedroom bungalows and two- and three-bedroom family houses, have been designed to m
07/02/2025
Scottish Renewables has launched the second year of its New Voices Campaign, a programme designed to equip professionals from diverse backgrounds with the skills and confidence to become influential voices within the renewable energy sector.
The campaign aims to build a more diverse and inclusive w
07/02/2025
Glasgow City Council has approved the investigation of the use of Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) powers to acquire the Egyptian Halls on Union Street.
The historic building, designed by renowned architect Alexander 'Greek' Thomson, has remained largely vacant for over 30 years and is currently in
07/02/2025
Amey, on behalf of Transport Scotland, will commence essential bridge joint replacement works on the M8 Kingston Bridge Complex from Monday 10th February.
The works, which will involve overnight road closures, are scheduled to continue until 24th February.
"Starting Monday 3rd February 2025, Amey
07/02/2025
Network Rail has commenced work on the installation of a new footbridge at Clarkston station as part of a major electrification project on the line between East Kilbride and Glasgow.
The £140 million project, which is central to the Scottish Government's strategy to decarbonise passenger services,
06/02/2025
The number of building projects being submitted by Scotland's public bodies to the Construction Pipeline Forecast Tool has continued to grow, with 12 more organisations now registered on the platform.
The Tool, deve
06/02/2025
Glasgow City Council has opened applications for funding from the Scottish Government's Vacant and Derelict Land Fund.
The funding, totalling £1.907 million, will be made available to local organisations, including charities, community groups, and housing associations, to deliver projects that redu
06/02/2025
B&K Hume Groundworks, a leading civil engineering and groundworks contractor based in Greenlaw, has purchased one of the first JCB DualDrive backhoe loaders in Scotland.
The company acquired the new JCB 4CX Pro DualDrive machine from Scot JCB. The machine features unique pearlescent orange paintwor
06/02/2025
Ayrshire College and South Ayrshire Council's Property Maintenance department have launched a new work experience programme designed to foster a sustainable talent pipeline within the local joinery sector.
The initiative provides Ayrshire College Carpentry and Joinery students with the opportunity
06/02/2025
Clark Contracts has completed the construction of a new Sky VIP lounge at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow.
The project involved the construction of the base build for the lounge, which spans around a third of the perimeter of the Hydro bowl.
"We are delighted to have completed a 3rd project within this i
06/02/2025
The new build project at Dumfries High School has reached a significant milestone with the opening of a new sports pitch.
The £50m project is currently underway and on schedule for completion by April 2026. Once the new school is operational, phase 3 will commence, including the demolition of the o
06/02/2025
Registrations are now open for SkillBuild, the UK's largest and longest-running multi-trade skills competition, delivered by the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB).
The competition provides a platform for apprentices and trainees to showcase their skills across a range of construction trad
06/02/2025
SELECT, the electrical contracting trade association, has released an in-depth guidance video to raise awareness of the dangers of Neutral Current Diversion (NCD).
The video, produced in partnership with the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), provides a step-by-step guide to identifyi
06/02/2025
Scottish Renewables, the industry body for renewable energy in Scotland, has announced the appointment of three new Directors to its Board.
Finley Becks-Phelps (Fred. Olsen Renewables), Alwyn Poulter (Hitachi Energy), and Sarah McIntosh (Muirhall Energy) were elected by the organisation's 360+ memb
06/02/2025
The regeneration of St Ninians in Stirling has taken a significant step forward with the approval of plans to begin the process of appointing a contractor for a new housing development.
Stirling Council has given the green light to proceed with the procurement process for a builder to develop a sit
05/02/2025
Glasgow City Council and 3Ci have begun further development work on Glasgow's Net Zero Neighbourhood programme, focusing on Govanhill as a pilot project.
This collaboration aims to create an actionable investment case for Govanhill, attracting private funding for decarbonisation projects in the are
05/02/2025
A new work-study programme has been launched to address a shortage of planners in Scotland, offering graduates the opportunity to work for the Scottish Government while pursuing a postgraduate degree.
The "Future Planners Programme" will see graduates employed part-time by the Scottish Government w
05/02/2025
The first phase of a major housing development at Woodend Farm in Falkirk has been completed, with the handover of 32 new social homes marking a significant milestone.
The £31 million project, supported by £9 million of Scottish Government funding, will ultimately deliver 111 new homes, including 9
05/02/2025
Construction has begun on a new £998.4 million prison in Glasgow, set to replace the 143-year-old HMP Barlinnie.
The project, which will deliver a capacity of 1,344 places, is expected to generate over £450 million in economic benefits, including significant job creation and support for local busi
05/02/2025
Places for People, the UK's leading social enterprise, has acquired 110 acres of land on the outskirts of Edinburgh to deliver over 1,300 new homes.
The site, located west of the city centre, offers excellent transport links and is close to education, leisure, and employment opportunities.
"The Ci
05/02/2025
Construction is progressing on a new state-of-the-art learning facility for young people with additional support needs at Bannockburn High School.
Bluebell House, a £5.1 million project funded by the Education core capital programme, will provide bespoke accommodation for up to 24 pupils. The facil
04/02/2025
Loch Lomond Group has secured planning permission and commenced construction on a new distillery and visitor centre in Luss, Dumbartonshire.
The 5,362 sq.m development will repurpose the old Luss smokehouse and surrounding land on Church Road, creating a new distillery for Loch Lomond Whisky and Be
04/02/2025
Scottish Water has completed a £675,000 solar scheme at its waste water treatment works in Bathgate, as part of its drive to reach net zero emissions by 2040.
The project has seen 792 ground-mounted solar panels installed at the site, with an expected annual generation of 0.3GWh of green energy – e
04/02/2025
The Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) has published a new regional report, providing valuable insights into the skills challenges and trends facing the engineering construction industry (ECI) in Scotland.
The report, which follows the publication of the overarching findings o
04/02/2025
Aberdeenshire Council has published the findings from a series of town centre health checks conducted across the region last year.
The health checks, conducted in 22 towns, assess factors such as vitality (how lively and busy a town centre is) and viability (its capacity to attract ongoing investme
04/02/2025
GAP Hire Solutions, the UK’s largest independent hire company, has significantly expanded its range of pumps and generators in the North of Scotland.
The company has invested heavily in its Elgin depot, ensuring a comprehensive range of equipment is available to support key industries in the region
04/02/2025
Several public drop-in sessions are being held across Caithness this month, providing residents with an opportunity to learn more about and provide feedback on key planning initiatives for the region.
The events will focus on the draft Caithness Area Place Plan, the Highland Investment Plan, the Hi
04/02/2025
A new mobile education centre, the 'Net Zero Challenge' vehicle, has been unveiled in Aberdeen to inspire young people about the energy transition and the careers of the future.
Founded by ETZ Ltd, Shell UK, and North East Scotland College (NESCol), the project is backed by the Scottish Government'
04/02/2025
Local businesses in the Western Isles are being invited to a 'Meet the Buyer' event to explore opportunities to contribute to the construction of the Lewis Hub HVDC substation and converter station.
The event, taking place on Thursday 27th February at the Caberfeidh Hotel in Stornoway from 3pm to 6
04/02/2025
Ecocem, a leading provider of high-performance, low-carbon cement, has partnered with Peel Ports to optimise its import and distribution network across the UK.
The partnership addresses the challenges faced by Ecocem in efficiently transporting its ground granulated blast-furnace slag (GGBS) from p
04/02/2025
A section of the B6415 between Old Craighall and Millerhill will be closed for five days from Monday, 10th February, to allow for essential carriageway repairs to be carried out.
The road closure will be in place from 8am on Monday to 6pm on Friday, with pedestrian access maintained throughout.
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03/02/2025
A team of civil engineering students from Heriot-Watt University is advocating for the reopening of Edinburgh's South Suburban Line, a rail route that served the city's southern neighbourhoods for over a century before closing in 1962. Their proposal hinges on the use of tram-trains, a light rail ve
03/02/2025
Falkirk Council has approved a £253 million investment in its housing services over the next five years. This significant investment will focus on improving the quality of existing homes and increasing the supply of affordable housing across the area.
£182 million will be allocated to upgrading exi
03/02/2025
Moray Council and its partners are driving forward an ambitious regeneration programme to transform the region's economy, infrastructure, and communities.
Supported by significant funding from the Moray Growth Deal, the UK Government's Levelling Up Fund, and local initiatives such as the Elgin Long
03/02/2025
Registrations are now open for SkillBuild 2025, the UK's largest and longest-running multi-trade skills competition, delivered by the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB).
The competition provides a platform for apprentices and trainees across the UK to showcase their skills and compete for
03/02/2025
Cumbrae Community Council has unveiled its own Local Place Plan, a community-led vision for the future development of the island.
The plan, which was approved by North Ayrshire Council's Planning Committee, outlines the community's aspirations for the development and use of land on Cumbrae.
Local
03/02/2025
Fife Council, the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA), and Fife Coast and Countryside Trust are joining forces to restore a 5.8-kilometre stretch of the Back Burn, a tributary of the River Leven. The project, known as "Restoring the Back Burn," is the latest phase of the wider Leven Progra
03/02/2025
Mohamad Al-Dah, Director at the Jointly Owned Properties Department, Real Estate Regulatory Agency, Dubai, has assumed the role of the 104th President of the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) for 2025. He succeeds Tanya de Hoog and brings a global perspective to the position, informed b
03/02/2025
East Dunbartonshire Council is holding a second public consultation event on the Westerhill Development Road project. This road is part of the Council's £34.88 million Place and Growth Programme and is aimed at cutting congestion and boosting business in Bishopbriggs.
The consultation event will be
03/02/2025
SSEN Transmission has today published its final Report on Consultation for a proposed new 400kV overhead line running from Kintore in Aberdeenshire to Tealing in Angus.
The report outlines the final overhead line alignment being taken forward to Section 37 Consent submission, reflecting changes mad
03/02/2025
The Highland Council is preparing a new Local Development Plan (LDP) to guide future development and investment across the region. To inform this crucial document, the Council has launched a public consultation seeking input from residents, developers, and stakeholders.
The Council is inviting sugg
