Scottish Land Commission
@ScottishLandCom
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Creating a Scotland where everybody benefits from the ownership, management and use of the nation’s land and buildings
Inverness, Scotland
Joined March 2017
📣 The Scottish Land Commission urges stronger role for public land acquisition to tackle rural housing crisis in latest report 🏡
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Today, Karen Grant & Hamish Trench joined land agents at @BellIngram to discuss land reform, the Land Rights & Responsibilities Statement, and what’s next for Scotland’s land reform journey. Thanks to Bell Ingram for hosting this open discussion.
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💬 When disputes cost more than money Landlord-tenant disputes in agriculture can be costly and damage relationships. Litigation often leads to a compromise, one mediation could potentially achieve without the financial and emotional toll. Read more about mediation in our latest tenant farming blog 👉 📷 image credit: Gary Ellis, Unsplash
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📢 CLAN – the Community Landownership Academic Network – website is live! This is a new hub for researchers, policymakers & community landowners, and features: 🔎 Free research library 🤝 Expert connections 📖 Open access resources
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Our next Tenant Farming newsletter goes out on Monday. You can join our mailing list to receive a copy to your inbox. Every issue includes industry updates, as well as information on accessing guidance, support, and details of our TF Helpline:
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We are delighted to contribute to this project, which proactively identifies ownerless properties and creates opportunities to revitalise neglected buildings, transforming them into valuable assets for communities.
Bold new step by the KLTR to tackle ownerless property | KLTR
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We have published advice to Minister on Part 1 of the Bill. The Bill looks to address power imbalances from concentrated land ownership. Our recommendations focus on strengthening those measures, and simplifying their implementation.
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RT @CalumMacleod07: I’m pleased to have been appointed as a Scottish Land Commissioner and looking forward to contributing to Scotland’s la…
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RT @RaBlack88: It is an honour to be appointed to this role and to be part of this excellent team. An exciting challenge ahead that I hope…
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A new chapter for the Scottish Land Commission: Dr Lucy Beattie, Dr Calum MacLeod, and Robert Black join as Commissioners, ready to advance Scotland’s land reform agenda with expertise in sustainability, community engagement, and tenant farming.
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ICYMI: Our Rural Land Market Data Report shows a 54% drop in forestry sales amid lower market activity. It offers key insights into forestry, farmland, and estate transactions, shaping the picture of Scotland's land market. Read more:
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🚨 Reminder: Closing Tomorrow! 🚨 Join the Scottish Land Commission as a co-opted member of our Audit & Risk Committee. Use your expertise in finance, governance, or risk management to support Scotland’s land reform ambitions. 📆 Apply by 8 Jan 2024:
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🏗️ Scotland has reduced vacant and derelict land by 27% since 2016, transforming sites into homes, green spaces, and community hubs. But challenges remain, with many areas still affected.
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As 2024 comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the impactful work we’ve done this year. Swipe to explore some of the highlights 👀 Looking ahead, we remain focused on making more of Scotland's land—stay tuned!
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🎄 Festive Closure Notice 🎄 The Scottish Land Commission office will be closed for the festive break from Monday 23 December and will reopen on Monday 6 January 2025.
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🎧 Lunch time listening – catch @RuralEmma on @Scotonomics1 discussing natural capital markets, the newly published Natural Capital Market Framework, and how benefits from natural capital investment can be fairly shared.
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RT @LorneOban: Today, in my last day in the @ScottishLandCom after eight enjoyable years, I'd like to thank all the staff and fellow Commis…
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The Scottish Land Commission seeks a skilled finance professional for our Audit & Risk Committee (co-opted, voluntary). Make a difference in governance, risk & finance oversight. 🗓️ Apply by 8 Jan 2024. 📄 Details available on our website -
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💡 Missed the Land Links webinars? Catch up now! Our six part series explored how Scotland’s land can benefit more people. From land reform updates to community ownership, watch replays & join the conversation. 🔁
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