Scottish Land Commission

Hundreds of urban sites across Scotland have sat derelict for at least 25 years – but new research suggests that smarter use of tax policy could help bring them back to life, unlocking new homes, jobs and community regeneration in the places that need it most. The report, Tax and the Reuse of

New advice setting out practical steps to expand community ownership across Scotland and help more communities benefit from owning local land and assets has been published today.

If Scotland modernises its collection and use of land information, a more effective system for communities, public services and the economy could be in the pipeline, a new report from the Scottish Land Commission has said.  The research, which looks into land data systems in Finland, Estonia, B

The Scottish Land Commission has today published a policy roadmap that outlines practical actions to widen land ownership, strengthen local decision-making and unlock opportunities for homes, jobs and climate investment across the country.

Concentrated ownership, absentee landlords and a lack of transparency in how land is managed are some of the concerns the public has over land in Scotland, according to a new report published by the Scottish Land Commission. 

Sarah Madden and Kathie Pollard have been appointed by the Scottish Land Commission, bringing fresh expertise and leadership to help drive forward Scotland’s land reform agenda. Sarah Madden has joined the Commission as head of practice and advice and will be responsible for leading the Commis

A new report from the Scottish Land Commission shows how lessons from around the world could help Scotland modernise the way it values land and property, strengthening the foundation for fairer taxation to support sustainable public finances, and action on climate change. The research, carried out b

The Scottish Land Commission is hosting a free online panel event on Thursday 28 August at 4pm to explore the role of urban land in tackling some of Scotland’s biggest challenges including affordable housing and economic inequality.

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.

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.

The Scottish Land Commission, in partnership with the Cairngorms National Park Authority, has appointed Annabel Davidson Knight as community benefits from nature adviser, the first role of its kind in Scotland. This joint position is dedicated to ensuring that communities directly benefit from the i

A new online guide is set to inspire communities, landowners, and policymakers across Scotland by showcasing real-life examples of how good governance and collaboration are improving land management.

The Scottish Land Commission is inviting planning and housing professionals and community groups to an online briefing to hear directly from the Communities Housing Trust (CHT) about how they successfully unlocked land for housing in a remote rural community. This event will highlight the crucial ro

“Compulsory purchase reform is absolutely critical because we do need a backstop if landowners aren't prepared to come to the table on reasonable terms.” In this episode of the Scottish Housing News Podcast, Kieran Findlay and Jimmy Black speak to two guests who have new proposals to hel

Land acquisition by public bodies has a stronger role to play in addressing Scotland’s rural housing crisis, according to a new report issued by the Scottish Land Commission.