In an era of information overload, social media users are increasingly discerning. So how can businesses ensure their messages aren’t falling on deaf ears? Charles H. Green’s Trust Equation states that the key elements of trust are underpinned by levels of “self-orientation”. In a business context, this can refer to how much a brand tailors its external communications to the interests of its audience

The proposals will see the delivery of 48 affordable homes on Prospecthill Road and create a neighbourhood retail hub to the south east of the site with commercial units and potential drive through development.

When operating a small business, challenges can often outweigh resources but we have found that collaboration can stand as a cornerstone for small charities, like ourselves, driving meaningful change.

Cancer Card is an Edinburgh based charity, committed to supporting those affected by cancer in Scotland. Acting as an umbrella to a range of cancer charities and support services, our mission is to provide a single point of access to cancer support services and ensure that no one faces cancer alone. We provide an online support directory, a dedicated phone line and comfort boxes to cancer patients throughout Scotland.

As 2025 dawns, the housebuilding industry finds itself at a crossroads, still facing economic and political challenges, yet buoyed by increased opportunities. At Cruden Group, we go into the year ahead with renewed cautious optimism. Last year, we restructured our business to adapt to evolving market dynamics and maximise opportunities in both the private and affordable housing sectors.

This strategic decision has already begun to yield significant results, positioning us strongly to deliver more than 4,500 new homes across Scotland in the medium term.

East Renfrewshire Council has granted Briar Homes planning permission for a development of 39 private homes near Lyoncross Farm, on the southern edge of Barrhead.

A Passivhaus-designed extension to an Edinburgh school has been officially recognised as a first of its kind in the city, receiving recognition for its groundbreaking use of energy- efficient design and materials, including cross-laminated timber (CLT).

The extension to Sciennes Primary School, located in the popular and busy Marchmont area of the capital, has officially achieved Passivhaus certification from the Passivhaus Institute, following rigorous quality checks of the £3.2million two-storey extension to the Grade B listed building.

Forster Group, Scotland’s largest integrated solar and roofing service provider, has announced three new promotions to its senior team as the company continues to see an increase in demand for renewable energy solutions.

Reflecting the firm’s commitment to innovation, customer service and sustainable growth, these promotions will help put Forster Group in a strong position as it prepares for a positive year ahead for the construction and wider build environment sector.

Following extensive community engagement, a major planning application has been submitted to North Lanarkshire Council.

A group of former Pfizer employees have successfully created their own businesses based at and supported by Discovery Park, a thriving life sciences community in Kent. 

Make waves this Christmas with Lost Shore’s Festive Dining Experience, an indoor winter wonderland with fire pit drinks, sharing menu, festive cocktail offering and option for surf lessons.

The highly anticipated Health Innovation Hub (HiH) in Glasgow has reached a significant milestone with the completion of the building’s primary structure.

Lost Shore, Scotland’s first inland surf resort, has announced the selection of three celebrated Scottish restaurants in its highly anticipated hospitality offering, including Glasgow-based Five March and Rafa's Diner and Edinburgh's Civerinos Pizzaria.

The globally renowned contract development and manufacturing organisation Asymchem has opened its new lab and manufacturing space in Pfizer's former facilities at Discovery Park.

Scottish tech company Clarus Networks Group is playing a key role in uncovering one of the greatest mysteries in aviation history - the disappearance of Amelia Earhart. Supporting South Carolina-based marine robotics experts Deep Sea Vision on an extensive deep-water search mission, Clarus provided high speed satellite internet for the team’s search vessel, allowing them to use sophisticated search equipment in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, where fast connectivity is otherwise impossible.

New pictures give a first look at the world’s first inland surfing resort in Edinburgh. Lost Shore Surf Resort will be Scotland’s newest premier tourism and leisure destination. Complete with luxury lodges, premium accommodation pods, restaurants, spa and shopping, it is set within a 60 acre country park and will open in September 2024.

Family owned construction and property firm, Muir Group has celebrated fifty years in business with its founder, John Muir, still serving as chairman.

Mr Muir, a former joiner, set up the company in 1973 after managing another homebuilding business. Muir Group has since grown into one of the most well-known family run firms in the country, employing around 250 people.

The return of the iconic Bridgeton Umbrella has been marked with a celebration ceremony after significant restoration works on the Category A listed, Victorian era bandstand. The intricate cast iron structure has been a feature and focal point of the local area since it was gifted to the city by a local company in 1875.

Over 100 people are estimated to be rough sleeping each night in Scotland’s two biggest cities. At a recent count, where Simon Community volunteers combed city centres late at night, they located and supported 80 people sleeping rough in Edinburgh, and 35 people in Glasgow, with this single evening snapshot reflecting the scale of the challenge faced by the charity.

Award-winning developer Cruden Homes and leading social enterprise, Places for People, scooped the top ‘Development of the Year’ title at the Herald Property Awards 2023. The annual awards bring together leading property experts from across Scotland to shine a light on the most impressive projects over the past year.

Family-owned Muir Group has appointed Martin Smith as their CEO. Martin joins the Fife-based company from ISG where he was Director of Operations for Major Projects.