December 2009
Monthly record for UK capital growth
UK commercial property values rose by the largest monthly figure in 15 years, according to November's UK Monthly Index read full story >>
Property supply increases - and so do prices
A modest increase in the number of properties coming up for sale is having little effect on the housing market, as prices continue to rise read full story >>
Scottish unemployment figures fall
The Scottish unemployment rate has fallen to 6.9%, according to new figures released by the Scottish Government read full story >>
New Ayrshire Golf Course
A new golf course looks set to be built in Ayrshire. read full story >>
1st anniversary for Home Reports
A year on from its launch, Scottish buyers and sellers are really benefiting from the Home Report, says RICS Scotland. read full story >>
Business behaviour to change
The recession has raised concerns about commercial models, supply chains and finance that will reshape business behaviour well into the next decade, according to the CBI. read full story >>
Changing of the Guard at SPF
Miller Developments CEO Phil Miller has taken over the chairmanship of the Scottish Property Federation from Elphinstone Chairman and Chief Executive Ken Ross. read full story >>
Construction Industry Surprisingly Upbeat
Despite the deepest recession in sixty years, the global construction industry is surprisingly upbeat and positive about its future prospects, according to KPMG's global construction survey. read full story >>
Market Intervention
Scotland's home building industry has set out the case for a continued UK-wide economic re-inflation package, ahead of the publication of the Chancellor's Pre-Budget Report on the 9th December. read full story >>
NOVEMber 2009
1.5 million CSCS members
The Scottish Building Federation has announced that there are now over 1.5 million members of the construction industry's competence card initiative. read full story >>
Scottish house prices increase
The average price of a residential property in Scotland increased over the last quarter, according to new figures from the Registers of Scotland (RoS). read full story >>
Construction investment vital
Investment in construction is of significant benefit to the whole UK economy, according to an independent report commissioned by the CBI and industry body the UK Contractors Group. read full story >>
Fragile signs of recovery
Research from the Scottish Chambers of Commerce (SCC) reveals that while there might be some signs of recovery in Scotland, these indicators do not yet appear to be showing in the construction sector.
Elphinstone staff raise funds for breast cancer
Elphinstone staff took part inBreast Cancer Campaigns "Wear It Pink" day. read full story >>
New president for BPF
The British Property Federation (BPF) has announced that Great Portland Estates plc chief executive, Toby Courtauld, is to become the organisation's new president in 2011. read full story >>
Development managers - guidance published
The Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors has published new guidance that sets out best practice for those advising on the key elements that shape a construction project. read full story >>
OCTOber 2009
Low Interest Rates for Years says Study
Base interest rates will stay at 0.5% until at least 2011, and remain below 2% until 2014, according to a new report. read full story >>
Take Advantage of Reduced Prices at the Mansions, Cunning Park, Ayr
A selection of 4 and 5 bedroom detached houses, are now available at fantastic reduced prices read full story >>
New Showhome Launch at the Mansions, Cunning Park, Ayr
Elphinstone welcomed guests at the launch of the stylish new Show Home at "The Mansions", Cunning Park, Ayr. read full story >>
Stirling Agricultural Centre Living Up To Its Promise
The new Stirling Agricultural Centre is living up to its promise to be a hub for rural and agricultural businesses. read full story >>
Elphinstone Staff Raise Funds for Genes Charity
Elphinstone staff donned their jeans to raise funds for a very important charity read full story >>
September 2009
Planning Received for Elgin Retail Park
The retail consortium comprising Elphinstone and Broom Estates Ltd are delighted that the Scottish Government has backed their planning appeal for a £20 million retail development in Elgin. read full story >>
Ken Ross Speaks at SPF Climate Change Conference
The Scottish Property Federation (SPF) has called for positive action and engagement, not just regulation, to promote energy efficiency in existing commercial buildings. read full story >>
Perth City West site attracts leading retailer
Perth City West LLP, the owner of the Huntingtower site in Perth, has confirmed that it has signed a deal with Sainsbury's to see the retailer establish a presence in Perth for the first time. read full story >>
Elphinstone and Forth Valley College Announce Deal to House New College Campus in Stirling
The former site of Stirling Auction Mart at Kildean East is set to become the home of Forth Valley College's Stirling Campus following a landmark deal between Elphinstone Group Ltd, and the college. read full story >>
July 2009
Planning Application Submitted for 900 Homes
Elphinstone Estates, in conjunction with Buccleuch Property, have submitted a Master Plan for 900 new homes in Newtown St Boswells. read full story >>
First Minister Opens New Stirling Agricultural Centre
The First Minister of Scotland opened Elphinstone's new £15 million Stirling Agricultural Centre, which will be the new Headquarters and auction mart for United Auctions read full story >>
Planning Granted for Asda in Inverness
The Scottish Ministers have granted planning for an Asda supermarket application at Inverness. read full story >>
June 2009
Outline Planning Submitted for Stirling Development
Elphinstone has submitted a planning application for a 5.85 acre site in Hill O Drip read full story >>
£30M Development for Newton Mearns
The 6.14 acre site, originally owned by a consortium led by Elphinstone, is being developed into a £30m Neighbourhood Centre read full story >>
April 2009
"The Mansions" Show Home Sold
The luxurious Blairquhan Show Home at Elphinstone's Cunning Park development is now sold. read full story >>
New View Home Now open at "The Mansions"
Visit the new View Home read full story >>
MARCH 2009
New Arrivals at "The Mansions"
Elphinstone are delighted to welcome the latest residents at "The Mansions" read full story >>
February 2009
"The Mansions" Taking Shape
Elphinstone's luxury residential development at Cunning Park, Ayr is progressing well. read full story >>
Work Starts on New Elphinstone HQ
Enabling works have commenced on Phase 1 of Greenlaw Park, Newton Mearns which include Elphinstone's new HQ. read full story >>
Construction on Target at New Stirling Agricultural Centre
The exciting new £12 million development by Elphinstone is on target for June completion. read full story >>
Retail/ Office Units to Let at New Stirling Agricultural Centre
Elphinstone has retail and office space available To Let at the new development that will be the principal auction mart for Central Scotland. read full story >>
January 2009
Land Released for Residential Development at Penicuik
Midlothian Council have released a large parcel of land, in excess of 100 acres, for residential development at Mauricewood, Penicuik. read full story >>