Understanding what’s happening with Scotland’s land

1 June, 2022

Shifting demands on land mean the only certainty is change – Let’s make sure it’s the change we want

In our latest blog, Good Practice Advisor Karen Grant reflects on the importance of genuine engagement with stakeholders and communities in decisions that affect our natural capital.

25 May, 2022

New discussion papers spark the debate on the carbon market

Economic and legal experts have explored how to help manage Scotland’s growing natural capital dilemma, as investor interest in acquiring land for carbon offsetting continues to grow.

25 May, 2022

Scotland’s Land and Natural Capital – Are there still big questions to answer?

In our latest blog, Policy and Practice Lead James MacKessack-Leitch looks at the issues, and questions, raised in two new discussion papers: 'Natural capital, carbon offsetting and land use' by Prof Dieter Helm; and 'Carbon Markets, Public Interest and Landownership in Scotland' from Dr Jill Robbie and Dr Giedre Jokubauskaite.

16 May, 2022

Who Owns Natural Capital?

In our latest blog, Dr Jill Robbie – Senior Lecturer in Private Law, University of Glasgow – reflects on the most recent discussion of the Land and Human Rights Forum (LAHRAF), exploring the concept of ownership as it relates to natural capital.

12 April, 2022

Major report shows Scotland’s changing rural land market

Report reveals changes to Scotland's rural land market and values, amid strong timber prices and rising demand in non-farming leisure estates.

17 March, 2022

New guidance for public bodies to ensure land is used and managed in the public interest

Minister to launch guidance at Land Reuse Month event, aimed at tackling blight of derelict land in Scotland.

7 March, 2022

Guide will help agriculture landlords and tenants navigate ‘booming’ carbon credit trading

A newly published guide will help tenants and landlords of agricultural holdings benefit from and avoid potential pitfalls around carbon credit trading.

16 February, 2022

Public sector urged to lead the way in land reuse

A month-long campaign will drive forward the message that the public sector has a key role to play in transforming vacant and derelict land across Scotland.