Urgent action is needed to boost retrofitting energy efficiency measures for homes in Scotland, says the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB).

Construction sector experts met with MSPs last week at Holyrood to discuss the urgent need for coordinated retrofitting plans for Scotland’s draughty homes and how to address skilled worker shortages.

Paul McLennan has been appointed Scotland’s first housing minister as part of first minister Humza Yousaf’s new cabinet.

Eight built environment professionals were recognised for their contribution to the sector at the CIOB Scotland Awards.

A total of 19 finalists have made the shortlist across 7 categories in CIOB Scotland’s first-ever awards.