Understanding what’s happening with Scotland’s land

20 June, 2025

Falling demand signals shift in Scotland’s rural land market

Scotland’s rural land market is showing signs of cooling, with falling demand in key sectors such as commercial forestry and natural capital investment, according to new analysis from the Scottish Land Commission and SRUC.

16 June, 2025

Building a resilient tenanted sector

It is a busy time in the Tenant Farming Sector. Part 2 of The Land Reform Bill is making its way through Parliament, with proposed amendments driving much of the conversations.

29 May, 2025

Why Now – and What Next – for ScotLand Futures?

What do we want land reform to actually deliver for Scotland? That’s the question we’re putting at the heart of ScotLand Futures – a new national initiative launched by the Scottish Land Commission to spark a bold, open conversation about the future of land in Scotland. And it’s a question that belongs to all of us.

21 May, 2025

What could a fully reformed approach to land look like for Scotland?

Over the last 25 years there’s been real progress in how land is owned, managed and understood in Scotland. But the journey isn’t over.

14 May, 2025

Public initiative opens conversation on next phase of land reform

A new national initiative is inviting people across Scotland to share their views on how land can better support the things that matter most, like housing, nature, jobs, and strong local communities.

12 May, 2025

Reframing the TFC investigation process

Since taking on the role of Tenant Farming Commissioner, I’ve found that one of the most misunderstood tools available to tenants and landlords is the formal investigation process.

22 April, 2025

Natural capital, local gains: How a new Route Map supports community benefits

A new Route Map shows that sharing benefits of natural capital investment with local communities could be relatively straightforward if approached with openness and creativity by all those involved.

15 April, 2025

New tool helps communities to benefit from nature restoration

The Scottish Land Commission has published a new Route Map to help make sure communities gain real and lasting benefits from nature restoration and investment in Scotland’s natural environment.