Understanding what’s happening with Scotland’s land

25 September, 2024

Steady progress being made in tackling Scotland’s Vacant and Derelict Land and opportunities to deliver more

New report highlights 27% reduction in registered VDL sites.

18 September, 2024

Delivering community benefits from nature restoration work

Alys Daniels-Creasey's blog explores the opportunities and challenges of delivering socio-cultural and economic community benefits through nature restoration efforts in Scotland.

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

7 September, 2024

Statement on Highlands Rewilding

Statement on Highlands Rewilding land sales.

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.

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.

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.

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.