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A man has died after a crash involving a car and a heavy agricultural vehicle which was towing a digger on the outskirts of Glasgow yesterday. The incident, which also involved five other cars and a bus, happened in Fernhill Road in Rutherglen at 11:05.

A group of councillors looking at plans to build 1,000 homes in North Lanarkshire has been disbanded amid concerns over fairness and transparency, according to reports. The Herald has reported that North Lanarkshire Council shut down its own cross-party working group of six local politicians after l

In the foreground: West Lothian Council Leader John McGinty (left) handing over the keys to contractor Barry Simpson, construction director from Maxi Construction. Back row – Alistair Shaw, West Lothian Council, Councillor Dave King, executive councillor for culture and leisure, Marjory MacKie and

The Engine Shed in Stirlng is a project which has benefitted from Historic Environment Scotland funding Scotland’s towns, city centres and places of historic interest are set to benefit from a £10 million funding boost from Historic Environment Scotland.

David Melhuish The value of Scotland’s commercial property sales in the first quarter of 2016 fell by over 40 per cent, according to new figures from the Registers of Scotland.

An acclaimed exhibition which showcases the latest products for the architectural and construction markets returns to Glasgow next month. #DesignPopUp Glasgow is the brainchild of Double S Events founder Sara Seravalli and brings together the best of innovative design and products under one roof.

CMS gives students taste of working world CMS Window Systems has demonstrated its commitment to promoting local employment and building the skill sets of younger generations by giving students a taste of what it is like to work for the business.

Construction workers have been found to be the employees most likely to eat all three daily meals at work, according to new research. A study by a money saving website found that over a third of workers in the UK have to eat breakfast, lunch and dinner at work at least twice a week.

Gordon Reid Kier Construction Scotland has announced a significant transport contract win and framework appointment as it continues to establish its position within the sector.

Tracey Lee regional operations director at Miller Homes with Martin Leach managing director of Wates Developments Housebuilders Miller Homes and Wates Developments have joined forces to form a new joint venture which will increase business opportunities for both organisations.

Proposals drawn up by the Scottish Government could see companies encouraged to appoint female bosses with the promise of preferential treatment in the awarding of public sector contracts. In a new report prepared for Holyrood ministers, plans are outlined that could even see companies without women

Construction and fit-out company Pacific Building has secured a lucrative contract to deliver new £10 million motorcycle “village” on the outskirts of Glasgow. The firm will fit out and build the purpose-built showroom and service facilities for Ducati Glasgow, TriumphGlasgow and West Coast Har

A proposed updated planning document covering Edinburgh and South East Scotland is to be discussed during a public meeting next week. The SESplan (Strategic Development Planning Authority for Edinburgh and South East Scotland) aims to prepare and maintain an up-to-date Strategic Development Plan whi

Part of Bikem Korkuter’s work exploring urban sprawl How would a Manhattan-inspired block work beside the Edinburgh by-pass? How do we make homes energy-autonomous? How can urban sprawl and planning legislation be reconciled? What can be done to ensure the housing needs of vulnerable members of so

Stewart & Shields Ltd has become the latest contractor to be appointed to a framework agreement for eight housing associations based in Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire and Renfrewshire. The I-FLAIR consortium includes Arklet HA, Barrhead HA, Bridgewater HA, Cloch HA, Linstone HA, Oak Tree HA, Pais