Understanding what’s happening with Scotland’s land

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.

31 March, 2025

Statement from Chair of the Scottish Land Commission on the Sale of Landholdings by the Clan Donald Lands Trust

The Clan Donald Lands Trust has recently announced it is selling its landholdings. Since then, the Scottish Land Commission has heard from the local community council and other groups in Sleat who are looking for advice and support.

11 March, 2025

Scottish Land Commission appoints Community Benefits from Nature Restoration champion

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.

5 March, 2025

New guide shows how good governance can transform land management in Scotland

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.

11 February, 2025

Scottish Land Commission urges strong role for public land acquisition to tackle rural housing crisis

Land acquisition by public bodies has a stronger role to play to address Scotland’s rural housing crisis, according to a new report issued by the Scottish Land Commission. The report, published today, outlines key actions needed to ensure a steady supply of land for much-needed rural housing, using publicly owned land to drive development.

31 January, 2025

New hub for community landownership research goes live

A new online platform is set to transform how research and insights on community landownership are shared.

21 January, 2025

Scottish Land Commission sets out changes to simplify and strengthen Land Reform Bill

The Scottish Land Commission has proposed key changes to the Land Reform Bill, currently being considered by Parliament, so that it achieves the Scottish Government’s objectives to address the impacts of concentrated land ownership.

16 January, 2025

New era for land reform: Scottish Land Commission welcomes fresh leadership

The Scottish Land Commission is ushering in a new chapter with the appointment of Dr Lucy Beattie, Dr Calum MacLeod, and Robert Black as its latest Commissioners.