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Knight Frank has expanded its burgeoning project management service in Scotland with the appointment of Abbie Brown. Abbie joins the independent commercial property consultancy as a project manager in Edinburgh, providing support to developments across the country.
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The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has appointed Ola Obadara FCIOB as vice president for the 2025/26 term. Ola, a CIOB Client Champion, has been a committed member of the CIOB since 2003 and was awarded Fellowship status in 2021. She brings a wealth of experience from both the public and pri
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CCG (Scotland) has appointed long-serving employee and a key architect of its Technical Department, Gary Weir, to its board. Gary’s promotion to technical director underscores CCG’s continued commitment to excellence in pre-construction, quality assurance, and innovation, and he joins a
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Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie LLP (WJM) has bolstered its commercial property team with the appointment of Stuart Dickie as a new associate. Mr Dickie joins the expanding team based in Edinburgh’s Hope Street office. He brings a wealth of experience across the real estate spectrum, wit
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The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) chief executive Brian Berry has been named as a trustee of YouthBuild UK, a charity that gives disadvantaged young people the chance to build rewarding careers in construction. YouthBuild UK’s work includes offering training and support to young people f
Construction Leaders
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From rising construction costs to global geopolitical risks, Scotland’s real estate market faces no shortage of challenges. But for Chris Dougray, head of development at CBRE Scotland, adversity also brings opportunity. Chris Dougray is both generous with his time and eclectic in his interests
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During a visit to Aberdeen, James Butler from AtkinsRéalis catches up with Colin Cardwell to outline the encouraging future in store for the company in Scotland. You can’t be an effective leader from behind a computer screen. That’s one of the maxims that informs James Butler&rsqu
Colin Cardwell
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In a joint Construction Leaders interview with Colin Cardwell, Gareth Edwards and Andrew Rae explore how they’ve built a thriving construction and renewables business, their approach to navigating industry challenges, and their commitment to delivering social housing, commercial projects, and
Colin Cardwell
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Still trading and independent after more than 80 years in business, Cruden Group has bucked a trend for many SMEs. Fraser Lynes, managing director of Cruden Homes, speaks to Colin Cardwell about how the company is still adapting to meet today's challenges. Recent months have been both busy and encou
Colin Cardwell
Architects' Showcase
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In the coastal town of Anstruther, a 1960s bungalow has been retrofitted to blend modern architecture with the tranquillity of its coastal surroundings. Using digital tools, Fife Architects capitalised on the available scenery while simultaneously designing a whole house renovation and extension, pr
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Moxon Architects and IB Miebach have completed an innovative, sustainable timber and concrete composite bridge for the town of Baiersbronn in southern Germany. Baiersbronn Bridge strengthens connections within the town’s central area, while enhancing the landscape along the scenic Murg River.
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This Earth Day, Organic Architects explores how distilleries can take practical steps toward a more sustainable future.
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Pend has transformed a tired terraced house in Clermiston, nestled in the quiet suburbs of Edinburgh, to create a light-filled, dynamic home for a young family to grow into over time.
Law
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Sheriff Reid's determination in the fatal accident inquiry into the death of Shea Ryan has been published and makes various recommendations to the HSE that may have an impact on the construction industry going forward should these be implemented. DAC Beachcroft partner Karen Railton highlights the k
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Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie LLP (WJM) has bolstered its commercial property team with the appointment of Stuart Dickie as a new associate. Mr Dickie joins the expanding team based in Edinburgh’s Hope Street office. He brings a wealth of experience across the real estate spectrum, wit
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There were five reasonable precautions a contractor could have taken to prevent the death of a child who fell down an open manhole in an incident in 2020, a sheriff has found. Sheriff Stuart Reid has published his determination in the fatal accident inquiry into the death of Shéa Ryan.
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Despite the construction industry recording fewer deaths than in 2023/24, the sector’s persistently high numbers highlight the ongoing danger it presents, write construction lawyers Vikki Watt and Stacey Fox.
In Pictures
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The final design of the refurbishment works at The Castlegate in Aberdeen is to include significant greening of the area, restoration of the Mercat Cross, and new outdoor seating for cafes. Aberdeen City Council’s Finance and Resources Committee approved the designs that will also include an e
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A design proposal for a national memorial to Queen Elizabeth II by Foster + Partners has been selected from a shortlist of five concepts by acclaimed teams. Five finalist teams were asked to create a masterplan that would honour and celebrate Queen Elizabeth’s extraordinary life of service and
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The winners of the 2025 Scottish Home Awards have been officially announced following a spectacular awards evening held in Glasgow last night.
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The Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) has announced the eleven winners of the 2025 RIAS Awards. This year’s cohort represents one of the most diverse line-ups ever recognised, encompassing everything from private homes and civic spaces to heritage restorations and pioneering
Plant
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RJ McLeod (Contractors) Ltd has taken delivery of a new order for 16 machines from Develon, formerly Doosan Construction Equipment.
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The Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has unveiled a brand-new highlight on the CPA calendar - the CPA Gala Dinner 2025 - a prestigious black-tie event set to take place in one of the UK’s most iconic venues. The CPA Gala Dinner is being hosted at the stunning St George’s Hall in
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The Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA) has outlined a series of measures designed to support its members in their journey towards digital transformation. The plan follows a report, authored by vice president Gail McEwen, following her visit to Bauma 2025.
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Scot JCB will provide 130 new JCB machines to Lomond Plant in a landmark deal that signals renewed confidence in the UK construction market.
And Finally
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Shouts of “shame” echoed through the council chamber as Swindon Borough councillors narrowly approved plans to rebuild a local leisure centre – the domed complex often linked to Britpop band Oasis. The Oasis centre, famous for its lagoon pool under a distinctive dome, first opened
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Bellway’s construction team recently surprised one-year-old Harris Beattie at the company’s Landsdale development in East Kilbride, creating a day to remember for the construction enthusiast.
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A former forklift operator has seen a change of career pay off after landing a monthly commission of £10,000 for selling property. Myles Eddy had been working in a warehouse in Cumbria when he accepted a job with Glasgow-based Prime Property Auctions less than two years ago, banking the huge p
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A significant collection of 400,000-year-old Palaeolithic tools, unearthed in Kent, has sold for more than £41,000 at auction.
