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6 days ago · Sandy Adam of Springfield Properties has been awarded an OBE by King Charles in the New Year Honours list. Mr Adam is the founder and chairman of Springfield Properties which has its headquarters in Elgin and operates across most of Scotland.
Sector welcomes moves to tackle unsustainable pricing
Nov 11, 2024 · The Construction Leadership Forum’s Sustainable Pricing Sub-working Group has welcomed moves to introduce a new Graduated Pricing Mechanism (GPM) to remove the incentive on suppliers to submit unsustainable low prices in order to compete with other low tenders. In an effort to redress what the
Glasgow’s Avenues Plus projects to begin in early 2025
Nov 21, 2024 · “At the end, we’ll have the high-quality public realm and transport infrastructure a modern European city like Glasgow deserves.” As well as being a catalyst for continuing investment and economic growth, the programme is critical to Glasgow’s Net Zero ambitions by handing over more space to pedestrians and active travel, creating more city centre green spaces and equipping streets to ...
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Dec 16, 2024 · A new phase of solar panel installation is set to slash energy bills at several council-owned buildings in Glasgow. Over 1700 solar panels are being installed as part of a scheme that includes arrays on two day care centres, five primary schools and the Kelvin Hall with the capacity to generate more
Rising construction costs halts Greenock housing development
Dec 4, 2024 · Oak Tree Housing Association has announced that it will cease development at Strone Farm in Greenock following spiralling construction costs. Originally designed to deliver 15 affordable homes, the project has encountered significant challenges since construction began in 2019. These include the liq
Newtown Roofing merges with Bain & Irvine
Dec 4, 2024 · This merger unites the expertise, dedication, and reputation of both companies to better serve clients across Edinburgh, Central Scotland, and beyond. Established nearly 80 years ago, Bain & Irvine said it has built its legacy on exceptional craftsmanship, a commitment to quality, and an unwavering ...
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New rapid repairs project to help improve look and feel of …
Nov 25, 2024 · Proposals for improvements can be made by business/commercial stakeholders in the city centre - as well as council services - using the City Centre Strategy mailbox at [email protected] - the council’s City Centre Regeneration Group will then consider the eligibility of the proposals before actioning as quickly as possible.. The City Centre Rapid Repairs pilot will begin in ...
Burrell Collection named Scotland’s Building of the Year
Nov 22, 2024 · John McAslan + Partners were tasked with undertaking the most comprehensive refurbishment of the museum since its opening in 1983: repairing the Grade A listed building, upgrading its environmental performance, and finding …