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A new programme of learning events for heritage professionals will be hosted this autumn at the Engine Shed, Historic Environment Scotland’s (HES) dedicated building conservation centre in Stirling. Five sessions will run during October and November, covering key areas and agendas within

A major housing development in Durieshill that Springfield Properties had claimed was moving at a "snail’s pace" can now move forward after a Section 75 agreement was confirmed by Stirling Council. The 'self-sustaining community', which secured initial planning consent four year

Glasgow City Region is to take over the administration of the Clyde Mission regeneration programme from the Scottish Government, First Minister Humza Yousaf has announced.

The National Retrofit Hub has launched a new website.

Dunbritton Housing Association has partnered with building and construction firm The JR Group to deliver a development of new-build flats in the Jeanie Deans area of Helensburgh.

Residents of four Glasgow neighbourhoods are being encouraged to share their views on early-stage proposals to create people-friendly streets that are less dominated by traffic.

An award-winning Robertson Homes project manager is undertaking a once-in-a-lifetime charity challenge to raise money for mental health and assistive technologies charities. Kevin Benstead, who recently won an NHBC Pride in the Job Quality Award for his work on Robertson Homes’ Torvean develop

The Scottish property market has been impacted by stubborn inflation and increased borrowing costs, leading to a heightened emphasis on home report values for prospective buyers, as per insights from Shepherd Chartered Surveyors. ESPC reports that in Edinburgh, the Lothians, Fife and the Borders, th

ANM Group has announced plans to consult over its vision for the Thainstone Centre near Inverurie.

Brookwood Villa in Bearsden has reopened as a community venue following an extensive revamp by East Dunbartonshire Council.

The Building Safety Group (BSG) has reported a 12% increase in the number of electricity breaches occurring on construction sites.

The Cairngorm funicular railway has been removed from service once again while a series of snagging works is carried out.

East Lothian Council has submitted a planning application to extend the boundary of North Berwick High School and create new sports pitches. The application details a change of agricultural land to form two grass sports pitches with landscaping, pathway, drainage and associated works.

The Levenmouth rail link reached a significant milestone last week as transport minister Fiona Hyslop installed the final clip in the new track.

John Sibbald has been confirmed as the new president of the Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA) at the trade association’s AGM held earlier this month. He succeeds outgoing president Callum Mackintosh and will be supported by David Jarvie in his role as vice president.