Kathie Pollard
@kplanning.bsky.social
Works on land reform in Scotland
Looking forward to speaking about our @scottishlandcom.bsky.social work with @adriennebuller.bsky.social @lmacfarlane.bsky.social
THE BREAK-DOWN presents Land - Where Ecology and the Economy Collide. Drill Hall, Leith. General Admission £8.
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January 21, 2026 at 7:56 AM
Looking forward to speaking about our @scottishlandcom.bsky.social work with @adriennebuller.bsky.social @lmacfarlane.bsky.social
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January 13, 2026 at 1:00 PM
We know inboxes can get busy, so we keep our emails focused and useful.
📆 By sign up to our mailing list you will receive our bi-monthly newsletter with the latest news, events, research and stories from across Scotland’s land sector - no spam, just clear, timely updates.
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📆 By sign up to our mailing list you will receive our bi-monthly newsletter with the latest news, events, research and stories from across Scotland’s land sector - no spam, just clear, timely updates.
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New insights from the Rural Land Market Data Report 2025 show forestry land values cooling, small-scale sales dominating, strong per-hectare farmland prices and ongoing data challenges for land transparency.
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January 5, 2026 at 3:00 PM
New insights from the Rural Land Market Data Report 2025 show forestry land values cooling, small-scale sales dominating, strong per-hectare farmland prices and ongoing data challenges for land transparency.
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Excellent series (and reference to the housing theory of everything) @vickyspratt.bsky.social
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/serie...
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/serie...
BBC Sounds - Housing Britain - Available Episodes
Listen to the latest episodes of Housing Britain on BBC Sounds.
www.bbc.co.uk
December 27, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Excellent series (and reference to the housing theory of everything) @vickyspratt.bsky.social
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/serie...
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/serie...
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When it’s developers v people, usually the money wins. I saw how one community came out on top | Jason Okundaye
When it’s developers v people, usually the money wins. I saw how one community came out on top | Jason Okundaye
A social housing victory at the ‘luxury’ Battersea power station development shows the power of grassroots politics – and holds a lesson for all of our cities, says Guardian assistant opinion editor Jason Okundaye
www.theguardian.com
December 20, 2025 at 1:19 PM
When it’s developers v people, usually the money wins. I saw how one community came out on top | Jason Okundaye
Why land reform matters more than ever
A last blog for the year - some land reform reflections as 2025 draws to a close: www.landcommission.gov.scot/news-events/...
Why land reform matters more than ever: Five takeaways from 2025 - News - News & Events
- Scottish Land Commission
www.landcommission.gov.scot
December 19, 2025 at 12:48 PM
Why land reform matters more than ever
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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.
Global best practice could help Scotland unlock fairer, greener land taxation, report finds
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.
www.scottishconstructionnow.com
October 22, 2025 at 9:21 AM
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.
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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.
Public’s concerns over land use outlined in new report
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.
www.scottishhousingnews.com
November 26, 2025 at 7:58 AM
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.
Enjoyed this round-up and debates about the council tax surcharge: a gateway to something else or failure to be bolder with revaluation? Some interesting ideas around the policy aims of EV tax, too.
NEW PODCAST: The Autumn Budget 2025 explained
@helenmiller.bsky.social, @benzaranko.bsky.social and @ckfarquharson.bsky.social break down the major decisions in a packed Autumn Budget and what they mean for the UK in our new IFS Zooms In episode.
🎧 Listen here: ifs.org.uk/articles/aut...
@helenmiller.bsky.social, @benzaranko.bsky.social and @ckfarquharson.bsky.social break down the major decisions in a packed Autumn Budget and what they mean for the UK in our new IFS Zooms In episode.
🎧 Listen here: ifs.org.uk/articles/aut...
November 29, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Enjoyed this round-up and debates about the council tax surcharge: a gateway to something else or failure to be bolder with revaluation? Some interesting ideas around the policy aims of EV tax, too.
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Thank you to everyone who took part in our ScotLand Futures survey. More than 1,200 people shared their views, and 96% told us Scotland still needs further action on land reform 👇
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November 25, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Thank you to everyone who took part in our ScotLand Futures survey. More than 1,200 people shared their views, and 96% told us Scotland still needs further action on land reform 👇
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The power of investing in place-based collaboration..
Great also to see the Scottish Government’s Vacant and Derelict Land Investment Programme play its part in Govan’s regeneration journey (set up in response to the @scottishlandcom.bsky.social’s Vacant & Derelict Land Taskforce advice).
Great also to see the Scottish Government’s Vacant and Derelict Land Investment Programme play its part in Govan’s regeneration journey (set up in response to the @scottishlandcom.bsky.social’s Vacant & Derelict Land Taskforce advice).
A Glasgow area is set to benefit from £1.5 million investment to restore its heritage
Scottish city area to get £1.5 million investment to restore its heritage
www.thenational.scot
November 24, 2025 at 12:08 PM
The power of investing in place-based collaboration..
Great also to see the Scottish Government’s Vacant and Derelict Land Investment Programme play its part in Govan’s regeneration journey (set up in response to the @scottishlandcom.bsky.social’s Vacant & Derelict Land Taskforce advice).
Great also to see the Scottish Government’s Vacant and Derelict Land Investment Programme play its part in Govan’s regeneration journey (set up in response to the @scottishlandcom.bsky.social’s Vacant & Derelict Land Taskforce advice).
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We’re pleased to welcome Sarah Madden & Kathie Pollard to senior roles helping drive Scotland’s land reform agenda at a pivotal time. Sarah becomes Head of Practice and Advice, and Kathie steps into Head of Policy.
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November 13, 2025 at 1:00 PM
We’re pleased to welcome Sarah Madden & Kathie Pollard to senior roles helping drive Scotland’s land reform agenda at a pivotal time. Sarah becomes Head of Practice and Advice, and Kathie steps into Head of Policy.
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🌍 New SEFARI Gateway Fellowship Opportunity - Exploring the Future of Community Land Ownership in Scotland.
November 13, 2025 at 2:49 PM
🌍 New SEFARI Gateway Fellowship Opportunity - Exploring the Future of Community Land Ownership in Scotland.
Lots of talk about taxing land today at @revivecoalition.bsky.social conference and mention of our work. Why is it a good idea and how could it be done?
www.landcommission.gov.scot/downloads/61...
www.landcommission.gov.scot/downloads/61...
November 8, 2025 at 4:44 PM
Lots of talk about taxing land today at @revivecoalition.bsky.social conference and mention of our work. Why is it a good idea and how could it be done?
www.landcommission.gov.scot/downloads/61...
www.landcommission.gov.scot/downloads/61...
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For the next Authors of Urbanism event we'll hear from Johnny Rodger whose recent book examines representations of Housing in the medium of Film.
Join us on Tuesday 18 November in Glasgow to find out more and connect with fellow urbanists.
More info and tickets at www.theaou.org/events/autho...
Join us on Tuesday 18 November in Glasgow to find out more and connect with fellow urbanists.
More info and tickets at www.theaou.org/events/autho...
October 15, 2025 at 8:39 AM
For the next Authors of Urbanism event we'll hear from Johnny Rodger whose recent book examines representations of Housing in the medium of Film.
Join us on Tuesday 18 November in Glasgow to find out more and connect with fellow urbanists.
More info and tickets at www.theaou.org/events/autho...
Join us on Tuesday 18 November in Glasgow to find out more and connect with fellow urbanists.
More info and tickets at www.theaou.org/events/autho...
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📌 Scotland takes important step towards fairer use and ownership of land
Scottish Land Commission statement on the passing of the Land Reform Bill
Scottish Land Commission statement on the passing of the Land Reform Bill
November 5, 2025 at 7:10 PM
📌 Scotland takes important step towards fairer use and ownership of land
Scottish Land Commission statement on the passing of the Land Reform Bill
Scottish Land Commission statement on the passing of the Land Reform Bill
If we want land to play a greater role in the tax system, we need to think about what the supporting tax infrastructure needs to do.
November 5, 2025 at 8:34 AM
If we want land to play a greater role in the tax system, we need to think about what the supporting tax infrastructure needs to do.
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Lessons from around the world could help Scotland modernise the way it values land and property, according to a new report
Scotland can learn from other countries on land tax, report finds
www.thenational.scot
November 1, 2025 at 10:40 PM
Lessons from around the world could help Scotland modernise the way it values land and property, according to a new report
Princes Street, Edinburgh
October 24, 2025 at 7:03 AM
Princes Street, Edinburgh
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We’ve published a new report on what Scotland can learn from how other countries value land and property for tax.
In this Scotonomics episode, lead author Matt Beebee and our Head of Policy, Kathie Pollard, speak with host William Thomson about the findings.
▶️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=KXFa...
In this Scotonomics episode, lead author Matt Beebee and our Head of Policy, Kathie Pollard, speak with host William Thomson about the findings.
▶️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=KXFa...
Ep 132: How Other Countries Tax Land
YouTube video by SCOTONOMICS
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October 23, 2025 at 8:20 AM
We’ve published a new report on what Scotland can learn from how other countries value land and property for tax.
In this Scotonomics episode, lead author Matt Beebee and our Head of Policy, Kathie Pollard, speak with host William Thomson about the findings.
▶️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=KXFa...
In this Scotonomics episode, lead author Matt Beebee and our Head of Policy, Kathie Pollard, speak with host William Thomson about the findings.
▶️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=KXFa...
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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.
Global best practice could help Scotland unlock fairer, greener land taxation, report finds
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.
www.scottishhousingnews.com
October 22, 2025 at 9:21 AM
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.
How could Scotland go about modernising the way land and property is taxed?
New report published today on how other countries value land and property for tax purposes.
New report published today on how other countries value land and property for tax purposes.
New research with WPI Economics shows Scotland could learn from global best practice to build a fairer, greener land tax system.
www.landcommission.gov.scot/downloads/68...
www.landcommission.gov.scot/downloads/68...
October 22, 2025 at 9:37 AM
How could Scotland go about modernising the way land and property is taxed?
New report published today on how other countries value land and property for tax purposes.
New report published today on how other countries value land and property for tax purposes.
“Its supporters said that guaranteeing all the profits were kept on Orkney, to fund local services, had made a critical difference in winning public support.”
Public ownership raises a different kind of local/community distribution model versus private ownership + Community Benefit Fund.
A very worthwhile read below.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
A very worthwhile read below.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
‘Much fairer’: all profits from new Orkney windfarm to benefit locals
Construction due to begin in 2027 on what is expected to become UK’s largest publicly owned windfarm
www.theguardian.com
October 22, 2025 at 8:10 AM
“Its supporters said that guaranteeing all the profits were kept on Orkney, to fund local services, had made a critical difference in winning public support.”
Get your tickets now!
For the next Authors of Urbanism event we'll hear from Johnny Rodger whose recent book examines representations of Housing in the medium of Film.
Join us on Tuesday 18 November in Glasgow to find out more and connect with fellow urbanists.
More info and tickets at www.theaou.org/events/autho...
Join us on Tuesday 18 November in Glasgow to find out more and connect with fellow urbanists.
More info and tickets at www.theaou.org/events/autho...
October 21, 2025 at 8:24 PM
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Portobello, Edinburgh.
October 21, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Portobello, Edinburgh.