Pupils build towards their future careers

PUPILS from Lothian schools are preparing to take each other on in a construction challenge.

The Construction and the Built Environment Challenge features ten heats, with teams battling it out to reach the final.

The first heat takes place tomorrow at Edinburgh Napier University and will feature Merchiston Castle, Dalkeith High School, Tynecastle High School, Firrhill High School and St David's High School.

Graeme Ogilvy, ConstructionSkills director for Scotland, said: "Pupils who take part in this challenge have a fantastic day which is good fun, enjoyable and gives them an insight into some of the careers available in construction and engineering. We are proud to support the challenge and keen to encourage youngsters to experience the different activities on display."

The final will be held in January at the Edinburgh Corn Exchange.