Understanding what’s happening with Scotland’s land

1 March, 2018

Scottish Land Commission encourages land owners to take an open approach

The Scottish Land Commission is working to increase the accountability of land ownership and promoting an open approach to decision making.

19 February, 2018

Scottish Land Commission to review community right to buy mechanisms

The Scottish Land Commission is reviewing the effectiveness of current community right to buy mechanisms.

9 February, 2018

MLDTs

A Guide to the Essential Features of MLDT written by Tenant Farming Commissioner Bob McIntosh.

7 February, 2018

Tenant Farming Commissioner issues Guide to Essential Features of the Modern Limited Duration Tenancy

Scotland’s Tenant Farming Commissioner, Bob McIntosh, has issued a Guide to the Modern Limited Duration Tenancy to summarise the essential features of the legislation for tenants and landlords.

1 February, 2018

Tenant Farming Commissioner to further consult on the review of the conduct of agents of landlords and tenants

Tenant Farming Commissioner to further consult on the review of the conduct of agents of landlords and tenants

29 January, 2018

New staff join the Scottish Land Commission

Two new members of staff have joined the Scottish Land Commission.

24 January, 2018

Tenant Farming Commissioner issues Maintenance of Agricultural Holdings Code of Practice

Scotland’s Tenant Farming Commissioner, Bob McIntosh, has issued a Code of Practice to be followed by landowners, tenant farmers and land agents.

20 December, 2017

Study to look at increasing the availability of farmland for new entrants

The Scottish Land Commission is commissioning a study looking at the possible options to increasing the availability of farmland for new entrants.