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From 29 January to 19 February 2026, Historic Environment Scotland (HES) sought views on a proposal to list the Ubiquitous Chip on Ashton Lane.

Built in 1893, it was part of a stable yard and workshop before its conversion to a restaurant in 1974. It contains two internal murals painted in 1977 and 1980–81 by the nationally important Glaswegian writer and artist, Alasdair Gray (1934–2019), who was a regular customer of the restaurant.

We think the building is important for the survival of the murals within their original context, their association with Gray, and their significance as examples of 20th century public mural art – which is becoming increasingly rare. The Ubiquitous Chip is also a representative example of a former stables and workshop building that contributes to its streetscape as part of a lane of buildings of similar date and character.

Through Citizen Space, we invited members of the public to tell us if they agreed with the proposed designation and if they had further comments to make.

We consulted directly with the owners and Glasgow City Council.

Our selection guidance for designation and the policies we work to are published in the Designations Policy and Selection Guidance document.

We received a total of 10 responses to our consultation on Citizen Space.

9 of those who responded to the online survey strongly agreed with our proposal to list the Ubiquitous Chip. One respondent strongly disagreed.

The responses to consultation did not raise any issues that put into question the special architectural or historic interest of the building under review.

After considering the comments received during consultation, we have updated our Report of Handling.

We have listed the Ubiquitous Chip at category C as 10–22 Ashton Lane (The Ubiquitous Chip) with murals by Alasdair Gray and Michael Lacey, excluding 6–8 Ashton Lane (The Wee Pub at the Chip), Hillhead, Glasgow (LB52670)

More information on our consultation can be found in section 4.3 of our Report of Handling, published on the Heritage Portal

We have also published a report that summarises our online consultation survey and shows the responses in full where we have the necessary permissions.

From 12 September to 31 October 2025, Historic Environment Scotland (HES) sought views on a proposal to list buildings at Tuathanas Tòrabol / Torboll Farm near Dornoch.  

Torboll Farm is a traditional agricultural complex, with the main buildings dating primarily to the first half of the 19th century. There are also earlier structures remaining, dating from the 18th or possibly 17th centuries. 

We think the site is significant as a a major surviving example of Agricultural Improvement period farm buildings. It has an important link to the history of agriculture and land ownership in Scotland, particularly the tumultuous period of Highland Clearances and improvement that took place across the region in the 18th and 19th centuries. The farm is directly linked to the Sutherland Clearances, an event in history that has had a significant impact on Scotland’s cultural heritage. 

We invited members of the public to tell us if they agreed with the proposed designation and if they had further comments to make.  We also consulted directly with the owner and the planning authority. 

Our selection guidance for designation and the policies we work to are published in the Designations Policy and Selection Guidance document.   

We received three responses to the consultation. The responses did not raise any issues that put into question the special architectural or historic interest of the buildings under review. 

After considering the comments received during consultation, we have listed the farm buildings at category B as: 

Tuathanas Tòrabol, Dòrnach, a’ gabhail a-steach taigh-tuathanais, ùirlios, taigh-deighe, stall, stàball agus lad muileann, gun gabhail a-steach bothan gu taobh an Iar làraich, muileann-sàbhaidh agus gach frith-thogalach eile / Torboll Farm, Dornoch, including farmhouse, walled garden, icehouse, steading, stable and mill lade, excluding four-bay cottage to west of site, sawmill and all other outbuildings 

We have published a Report of Handling for this case on our Heritage Portal. 

From 20 August to 24 October 2025, Historic Environment Scotland (HES) sought views on a proposal to list Cathcart Cemetery, in Cathcart, Glasgow.

The cemetery was designed in 1876 by William Ross McKelvie and retains much of its original layout. It includes boundary walls, entrance gates, a former gatelodge and ornate monuments set within landscaped, wooded grounds. The cemetery contains gravemarkers to many notable early footballers and other pioneers of the game. It is significant as a largely intact later 19^th century garden cemetery and is a good example of McKelvie’s work, who achieved renown for the quality of his designs. It also has significance for its association with Scottish footballing heritage in Glasgow.

Through Citizen Space, we invited members of the public to tell us if they agreed with the proposed designation and if they had further comments to make.

We consulted directly with relevant owners including East Renfrewshire Council (as the owner and the planning authority), Glasgow City Council, (as a planning authority for part of the site), and the Friends of Cathcart Cemetery.

Our selection guidance for designation and the policies we work to are published in the Designations Policy and Selection Guidance document.

We received a total of 24 responses to our consultation. There were 20 responses to the online survey and written responses from East Renfrewshire Council, Glasgow City Council, Friends of Cathcart Cemetery and the elected members (Councillors) of Linn Ward, Glasgow.

All of those who responded to the online survey strongly agreed with our proposal to list Cathcart Cemetery. Eight of the 20 respondents submitted additional comments, noting concern about the condition of the cemetery, its historical importance and its value as a green space for nature and recreation.

East Renfrewshire Council noted their appreciation of the cultural significance of the site and raised concerns about the implications of listing. They provided further information on the ownership and character of certain sections of boundary wall.

The Friends of Cathcart Cemetery and the Elected Members (Councillors) of Linn Ward expressed support for the proposal and provided further information and views on the significance of the site.

After considering the comments received during consultation, we have updated our Report of Handling. We have made a minor amendment to the proposed listing address to provide more clarity on the intended extent of listing with regard to the boundary walls.  

We have listed the cemetery at category C as Cathcart Cemetery, including gatepiers and quadrant walls on Clarkston Road, former cemetery gatehouse and war memorial at 160 Brenfield Road, gatepiers, gates, railings, stone boundary walls on Brenfield Road and Netherlee Road and monuments, and excluding interior of former cemetery gatehouse and early 21st century rear extensions, all brick-built boundary walls, and all cemetery structures east of Netherlee Road, Glasgow (LB52661).   

More information on our consultation can be found in section 4.3 of our Report of Handling, published on the Heritage Portal.

We have also published a report that summarises our online consultation survey and shows the responses in full where we have the necessary permissions.