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What we do

Land is at the heart of Scotland’s identity, economy and communities. The Scottish Land Commission is driving a programme of land reform spanning both urban and rural land, to create a Scotland where land is owned and used in ways that are fair, responsible and productive.

Our work

Good practice

Good Practice

Promoting and supporting change and good practice in the way land is owned and used in both urban and rural Scotland.

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Tenant Farming

Tenant Farming

Improving the relationships between landowners and tenant farmers, and increasing access to land for those who want to farm.

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Mixed landscape view Fife

Natural Capital

Carbon and natural capital values in Scotland’s land is driving change, raising new questions and presenting risks and opportunities for Scotland

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Commonwealth Village

Housing

Reforming the housing land market to create places people want to live at prices they can afford.

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Kemnay Academy pupils filming at Kemnay Quarry. Courtesy Kemnay Academy.

Local pupils get behind the lens after major competition win

An Aberdeenshire high school has been announced as the winner of a national competition which will see them create a short film to be projected at the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art.
Snowy farm scene Blog

Agriculture Bill Consultation – Your chance to have your say

In our latest blog, Dr Bob McIntosh discusses the new Agricultural Bill consultation and its importance to the tenant farming sector.
Combine harvester, Midlothian, Scotland. Photographer Barrie Williams. Copyright Scottish Government - courtesy Rural Matters. Blog
Dr Kirsteen Shields

The Land-Food-Rights Nexus

In our latest blog, Dr Kirsteen Shields reflects on the most recent discussion of the Land and Human Rights Forum (LAHRAF), exploring food systems' concerns related to land and their impact in the context of human rights.

Upcoming events

All events

Virtual Public Meeting - Renfrew & East Renfrewshire

Virtual Public Meeting for residents of Renfrew & East Renfrewshire to learn more about our work, what land reform is, and how it can contribute to a successful Scotland.

Land @ Lunch: Responsible Natural Capital and Carbon Management

How can we ensure that Scotland’s net zero targets are met while benefitting communities, landowners and businesses fairly? Join us to explore our Responsible Natural Capital and Carbon Management Protocol.