Uncertainty is Undermining Scotland’s Building Industry
Construction is the engine room of the Scottish economy, contributing 7.4% of total output whilst directly employing 190,000 people, 7% of the nation’s workforce.
On the face of it, these are impressive statistics and underscore its importance. However, if we look below the surface, there is a concerning seam of un
Orcadian Firms Celebrate Wins at National Construction Awards
Two Scottish Building Federation Members have been recognised at the annual Construction Awards of Excellence held in Birmingham – and both are based in Orkney.
Alfred Flett Ltd was named the Best Building Contractor of the Year, and Casey Construction Ltd’s Paul Hewison lifted the Outstanding Tradesperson Award.
Jack Smith Wins SBF Annual Golf Outing 2025 in Carnoustie
The Scottish Building Federation’s annual golf outing was held on Thursday 4 September 2025 on the Burnside course in Carnoustie with 40 players competing for the SBF Past Presidents golf quaich on a beautiful late summer’s day.
Construction’s apprenticeship concerns: rising costs threaten skills pipeline
Ahead of the increase in the National Minium Wage, Scottish Building Federation Director Billy Kirkwood voices his fears about the effect on craft apprentices. Earlier this month we celebrated Scottish Apprenticeship Week (3-7 March), a chance to appreciate the fresh new...
