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Stay up to date with the latest news, analysis and insight from the Scottish Land Commission. This feed brings together our announcements, research highlights and guest blogs that explore Scotland’s evolving land issues from different perspectives.

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    Community ownership and participation
    Good practice

    11 September, 2024

    Findings from Community Land Scotland's community ownership hub

    In this blog, Linsay Chalmers of Community Land Scotland analyses the key learning from a project supporting urban communities interested in land re-use

    Land reform
    Land rights and responsibilities

    7 September, 2024

    Statement on Highlands Rewilding

    Statement on Highlands Rewilding land sales.

    Crofting

    3 September, 2024

    Scottish Land Commission responds to crofting reform consultation

    The Scottish Land Commission has responded to the Scottish Government's consultation on crofting reform.

    Tenant farming

    2 September, 2024

    Clarity on tenant status crucial in agricultural leases

    Recent TFC cases have illustrated the importance of being clear about who the tenant is in an agricultural tenancy situation.

    Land use change
    Vacant and derelict land

    28 August, 2024

    The Ownerless Property Transfer Scheme – a centuries-old regime creates new opportunities

    The Ownerless Property Transfer Scheme (OPTS), is an example of how collaborative efforts can help meet modern land use and ownership needs.

    Vacant and derelict land

    14 August, 2024

    Celebrating the launch of Scotland’s Vacant and Derelict Land Hub

    David reflects on the launch of the Scottish Government’s VDL Hub and what this might mean for progress with land re-use.

    Tenant farming

    5 August, 2024

    Navigating the complex relationship between horse owners and tenant farming

    Through the Tenant Farming Helpline, we have had many enquiries from horse owners who have been renting land to keep their horses.

    Tenant farming

    23 July, 2024

    Tenant Farming Commissioner issues new guidance on the use of comparables in rent reviews

    Detailed guidance developed to encourage transparency in the use of comparables when conducting rent reviews.

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