Got net-zero news, project updates, or product launches to share? Scottish Land Commission supports crofting reform talk
The picturesque Salmon Bothy in the quaint crofting village of Clachtoll, Wester-ross, Scotland, has become a symbol of hope and progress in the realm of land reform. The Scottish Land Commission has heralded the ongoing consultation on crofting reform by the Scottish Government as a pivotal moment to propel crofting into a key role within Scotland’s land reform agenda.
The crux of the matter lies in the proposed updates to the Crofting Act, which underscore the essential contribution of crofting to diversifying land ownership and aligning with the government’s overarching objectives for land utilisation in Scotland.
The comprehensive response from the Commission elucidates the potential for broader reforms in crofting. While the current consultation primarily focuses on short-term enhancements in crofting regulations and administration, the Commission envisions a horizon brimming with opportunities such as access to small-scale land parcels, affordable housing solutions, and the resurgence of rural communities.
Recent publications by the Scottish Land Commission shed light on the pathway to enhance access to small-scale land opportunities. Moreover, a commissioned report by Woodland Croft, Communities Housing Trust, and Camus Consulting delves into the benefits and obstacles of affordable tenanted croft housing, offering valuable insights and recommendations for sustainable progress in this domain.
Join us in this transformative journey towards a more inclusive and progressive crofting sector, as we navigate the possibilities that lie ahead in reshaping Scotland’s land management landscape.
