Research backs role played by large land estates
LARGE land estates have been found to be major contributors towards the economic, social and environmental wellbeing of Scotland, despite a common perception to the…
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Govan site to benefit from fund to restore vacant and derelict land
A DERELICT site once at the heart of the River Clyde’s shipbuilding industry has been awarded a substantial chunk from a Scottish Government fund to…
What chance a modular homes factory in Scotland? Steve Cole
The chances of a modular homes factory being set up in Scotland? After being recently quoted imagining factories popping up all over the UK (here),…
Concept designs chosen, for The Crichton, following competition
A PROJECT to convert part of a former hospital into one of Dumfries and Galloway’s most significant cultural and education resources has chosen concept designs,…
Work progressing on Edinburgh housing seeking to marry twin ‘affordability’ and ‘net-zero’ ambitions
WORK is progressing on the construction of housing in Edinburgh seeking to marry ‘affordability’ with stringent energy efficiency measures that make them, as close to…
Finalists announced in awards celebrating work on empty homes
THE finalists have been announced by an awards competition recognising the best work in bringing back empty homes into productive use. Says a media announcement,…
Further conservation efforts in store for moorland
SEVERAL thousand acres of moorland in the Scottish Borders earmarked for community-led initiatives are to be joined by several thousand more, operated by a conservation…
Regeneration plans going on display for city centre site
GLASWEGIANS are being invited to view updated development plans for a city centre location: Central Quay, by the River Clyde. The development site – being…
Work to begin on completing 20mph scheme across most of Glasgow
WORK is expected to begin soon to ensure most of Glasgow’s streets operate to a speed limit of 20mph. Already, an estimated 288km of the…
Views sought on community wealth-building
VIEWS are being sought on proposals to help grow local economies and ensure more money stays in the hands of communities. The Scottish Government has…