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Former teachers, award-winning waiters and a mother of two are among the Scots from all walks of life who are swapping their old careers for a future in construction as Persimmon Homes recruits a record 50 apprentices to help tackle the nation's housing shortage. The housebuilder has welcomed 13 new

A multi-award-winning housing development in Irvine has reached completion after eight years of construction, delivering 197 new homes alongside a lasting legacy of quality, community investment and skills development. Persimmon Homes West Scotland has completed its Annick Grange development, which

Persimmon has reported a strong first half for 2026, growing completions, profits and market share even as buyer demand softened in the weeks following the period end.

Under a new plan, nearly 140 new homes could be constructed on land near the Silverburn shopping centre in Glasgow.  A site located in Boydstone Road beside the M77 has been eyed by Persimmon Homes West Scotland for development, The Herald reports.  

Residents of a block of flats in Edinburgh have been called on to urgently leave their flats due to a fire risk in the building. 

A major housing development in Monkton has reached completion after five years of construction, delivering 286 new homes alongside significant investment, skills opportunities and heritage preservation for the local area.

Seven of the UK's biggest building companies face a £4.5 billion class action due to claims that alleged anti-competitive activity prompted higher prices for homebuyers.

Plans for a major new community delivering up to 2,800 energy-efficient homes on the west side of Livingston have been unanimously approved by West Lothian Council.

A Carnoustie housing development is in its final stages, with Persimmon Homes North Scotland’s Greenlaw Park scheme set to complete after transforming a key site on the edge of the town.

A Fife bowling club is hoping to inspire a new generation of players after receiving a £500 donation from Persimmon Homes North Scotland. Newburgh Bowling Club has been awarded the funding through Persimmon’s Community Champions scheme, which supports charities, clubs and community group

A Broxburn charity helping families in crisis has received a £2,000 donation from a local housebuilder to support its work across West Lothian. River Kids, which provides essential items to children and families experiencing poverty and housing instability, has been named as one of Persimmon H

Persimmon Homes has withdrawn its planning application for the proposed expansion to the north of Cupar.

A volunteer-led wellbeing project in Stewarton has received a £4,000 donation from Persimmon Homes West Scotland to support its ongoing work tackling loneliness, improving mental health, and providing practical support to local people. Thrive in Stewarton provides free, accessible activities f

Families in Lesmahagow are set to benefit from new homes and investment in local services after plans for a 224-home development were approved by South Lanarkshire Council.

Persimmon Homes West Scotland has announced plans for a £2 million investment in Ferniegair with new homes, investment in local schools, and upgrades to infrastructure in the pipeline.