SELECT backs Scotland’s Housing Emergency Action Plan, warns of skills shortage
Jim Cooper said: “I genuinely feel the industry will be in a critical period if it doesn’t ensure that enough skilled labour is coming through."
Ventilation and air quality set to job agenda for ‘SELECT Professionals’ Day’ Dundee event
The event is set for 18th September 2025 at the V&A Dundee and will bring together decision-makers from across the construction sector.
Three-quarters of Scottish employers hit by rising National Insurance costs – CIPD
The report highlighed that the impact is being felt most in the hospitality and care sectors, and among employers with a higher proportion of young workers.
SFRS to open firefighter recruitment engagement sessions
Online sessions open to everyone will be held on 7th August, from 7pm to 8pm and 11th August, from 7pm to 8pm.
Defence and clean energy investment set to drive Scottish job growth
Much of this investment is expected to flow into communities like Moray, where RAF Lossiemouth has become a symbol of defence spending’s impact on local employment.
CITB to host training event for Scottish construction employers
The event will show how NCC is training the next generation in the trades and will offer employers information on grants and funding to help with training or apprenticeships.
Government funds training to help Aberdeen oil and gas workers switch to clean energy jobs
Successful applicants will get careers advice and funding towards training courses, with options including welding, electrical engineering, and construction.
SNIPEF backs Construction Leadership Forum’s initiative to tackle skills shortages
Stephanie Lowe said: “It is clear that a more coordinated, cross-sector approach is essential to building the skilled workforce Scotland needs.”
Scotland launches £400,000 fund to support zero-emission HGV skills transition
The Scottish Government has announced a £400,000 funding initiative to help address workforce skills challenges in the transition to zero-emission heavy duty vehicles.
Investment zones in Scotland to create 20,000 jobs – MHCLG
Glasgow City Region is expected to bring in around £300m of private investment and support up to 10,000 jobs.
One in three Scots ready to quit jobs due to work-related mental health issues – CIPD
The research found 26% of Scottish workers, around 690,000 people, said work had a negative effect on their mental health.
The Union transfers ownership to employees after three decades
The transition sees ownership transferred to an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), a growing model among values-led firms seeking to retain independence and protect culture.
