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Scottish Land Commission @scottishlandcom.bsky.social · 22d

📍 We’ve been to Wick and Dumfries, and now we’re heading to Stornoway.

Join our Chair, Chief Exec and Commissioners for a public meeting to talk about the land issues that matter most to your community.

📅 7pm, Wednesday 8 October
📍 The Bayhead Bridge Centre, HS1 2EB
🎟️ buff.ly/61xO2dx

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Scottish Land Commission @scottishlandcom.bsky.social · 17d

The Highlands Reimagined podcast asks what it takes for young people to stay & thrive in Mackay Country.

In the final episode, Commissioner Lucy Beattie reflects on land reform, community power, and how a more transparent, diverse system of land ownership can open up opportunities: buff.ly/RlGQCPV

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Scottish Land Commission @scottishlandcom.bsky.social · Sep 8

Can tax support climate and land reform goals?

We’ve published interim advice on how tax could:

✔️ cut land-based carbon emissions
✔️ support wider land reform
✔️ raise revenue for national priorities

Read our advice here: buff.ly/dDuS27A

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Hamish Trench @hamishtrench.bsky.social · Sep 4

A good afternoon with our @scottishlandcom.bsky.social board at Forsinard. Many thanks to @rspbscotland.bsky.social for insights into lots of good work going on in the Flow Country.

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Alastair McIntosh @alastairmci.bsky.social · Sep 3

Why land, community and not just the "me" but the "we" matter - here's the text of my Thought for the Day on BBC Radio Scotland. And if you want to share your thoughts, please do so with the Scottish Land Commission's ScotLand Futures by Saturday, at: www.landcommission.gov.scot/scotland-fut...

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Michael Russell @feorlean.bsky.social · Aug 27

The @scottishlandcom.bsky.social meets in Wick next week and will be holding a public meeting there & then elsewhere over the next few weeks

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Hamish Trench @hamishtrench.bsky.social · Aug 27

Some more and varied contributions on the question of what it would look like to complete Scotland's land reform journey - the question asked by our #ScotLandFutures initiative.

Scottish Land Commission @scottishlandcom.bsky.social · Aug 26

What would it look like to Scotland’s land reform journey?

In Part 2 of our ScotLand Futures blog series, four contributors offer fresh perspectives on ownership, legislation and the future of land reform.

Read and watch our latest contributions: www.landcommission.gov.scot/news-events/...

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Scottish Land Commission @scottishlandcom.bsky.social · Aug 11

We’re hitting the road!

This autumn, the Scottish Land Commission is hosting public meetings across Scotland.

We will be in:

📍 Wick, Dumfries, Stornoway and Aberdeen

🎟️ Booking open for Wick and Dumfries | Booking coming soon for Stornoway and Aberdeen

buff.ly/X435eDE

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Scottish Land Commission @scottishlandcom.bsky.social · Aug 7

What can land reform do for urban Scotland?

Join our expert panel to explore housing, climate, and community power in towns and cities.

📅 28 August | 🕓 4pm - 4:50pm | 💻 Zoom
🔗 buff.ly/P0cbP15

#ScotLandFutures

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Scottish Environment LINK @scotlink.bsky.social · Jul 29

'To meet the challenges of climate change and biodiversity loss, how we use our land is fundamental. Right now, it is not fair for humans, or nature.'

Read more from LINK's @naturepower.bsky.social and the other contributors to this thought-provoking series on Scotland's land reform journey. 👇

Scottish Land Commission @scottishlandcom.bsky.social · Jul 29

What would it mean to complete Scotland’s land reform journey?

In Part 1 of our ScotLand Futures blog series, 4 contributors share bold ideas & reflections on land, power & the public interest:

Deborah Long, Dee Ward, John Watt & Morag Paterson

Read: www.landcommission.gov.scot/news-events/...

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Hamish Trench @hamishtrench.bsky.social · Jul 30

The first in a series of contributions sharing different perspectives on what it would mean to complete Scotland's land reform journey #ScotLandFutures

Scottish Land Commission @scottishlandcom.bsky.social · Jul 29

What would it mean to complete Scotland’s land reform journey?

In Part 1 of our ScotLand Futures blog series, 4 contributors share bold ideas & reflections on land, power & the public interest:

Deborah Long, Dee Ward, John Watt & Morag Paterson

Read: www.landcommission.gov.scot/news-events/...

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Scottish Land Commission @scottishlandcom.bsky.social · Jul 1

📢 We’re hiring a Head of Practice and Advice!

Shape land reform in Scotland, lead our Good Practice Programme, and support responsible land ownership.

📍 Inverness (hybrid)
💼 Permanent, 35h (flex/part-time considered)
💷 £56,382 - £69,018

Apply by 1 Aug.
Interviews 13/14 Aug.

🔗 buff.ly/sWj6qcC

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Scottish Land Commission @scottishlandcom.bsky.social · Jul 2

What should the future of Scotland’s land look like?

As part of ScotLand Futures, we’ve been hearing views from across Scotland about what matters in land ownership and use, and the destination for land reform.

There’s still time to add your voice to the national conversation.

buff.ly/uA0WoVL

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Hamish Trench @hamishtrench.bsky.social · Jul 1

Great opportunity to join our @scottishlandcom.bsky.social team in a leadership role as Head of Practice & Advice, leading our work advising land owners, managers and communities.

Happy to have a chat with anyone interested in applying👇

Scottish Land Commission @scottishlandcom.bsky.social · Jul 1

📢 We’re hiring a Head of Practice and Advice!

Shape land reform in Scotland, lead our Good Practice Programme, and support responsible land ownership.

📍 Inverness (hybrid)
💼 Permanent, 35h (flex/part-time considered)
💷 £56,382 - £69,018

Apply by 1 Aug.
Interviews 13/14 Aug.

🔗 buff.ly/sWj6qcC

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Scottish Land Commission @scottishlandcom.bsky.social · Jun 20

New analysis from the Scottish Land Commission and SRUC reveals the rural land market is showing signs of cooling.

The 2025 Land Market Insights Report, launched today, uncovers how economic uncertainty is reshaping land sales and investment across Scotland.

Read the report 👉 buff.ly/1z1xjoy

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Scottish Land Commission @scottishlandcom.bsky.social · Jun 10

📢 #ScotLandFutures panellists announced

We’re bringing together voices from across Scotland’s land sector for a big conversation on the future of land reform at the Royal Highland Show next week.

👀 See the lineup and livestream info: www.landcommission.gov.scot/news-events/...

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Hamish Trench @hamishtrench.bsky.social · Jun 11

Good to talk with Neil about the core role of land in community wealth building. How we own and use land is central to local economies as well as the national picture.

Scottish Land Commission @scottishlandcom.bsky.social · Jun 10

🎧 Hamish Trench joins Neil McInroy on the latest Talking EDAS podcast to unpack land’s role in Scotland’s future and Community Wealth Building.

Tune in: buff.ly/DzdxOhB

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Scottish Land Commission @scottishlandcom.bsky.social · Jun 3

📌 New research contract notice: Approaches to land valuation in the tax system

We’re commissioning research to explore how other countries value land for tax purposes looking at how land valuation data is gathered, used, and applied in tax systems internationally.

🔗 Full details: buff.ly/DUxLXdq

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Scottish Land Commission @scottishlandcom.bsky.social · May 27

🚜 Farmers, crofters, landowners - we need your voice

Tenant Farming Manager Peter MacDougall explains why it’s vital the people who work the land, or support those who do, are properly represented in the ScotLand Futures - a conversation on the future of land reform in Scotland.

💬 buff.ly/A19aA0o

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Hamish Trench @hamishtrench.bsky.social · May 26

Crofting is an important part of Scotland's land system, one that can deliver on many opportunities for rural Scotland. The Crofting Commission is now recruiting for two new board members👇 crofting.scotland.gov.uk/recruitment-...

Recruitment of Appointed Commissioners | Crofting Commission

Apply to become an Appointed Commissioner of the Crofting Commission. Help shape the future of crofting in Scotland through strategic leadership, policy development, and community advocacy.

crofting.scotland.gov.uk

Hamish Trench @hamishtrench.bsky.social · May 22

What would it look like to complete Scotland's land reform journey?

My blog reflects on the themes and ideas coming out in early discussions in our new ScotLand Futures initiative:

Scottish Land Commission @scottishlandcom.bsky.social · May 21

What could a fully reformed approach to land in Scotland look like?

ScotLand Futures is a new initiative exploring just that.

At a recent roundtable in Perth, we heard a clear appetite for system-level change that puts land to work for public value and local democracy.

Read blog: buff.ly/22qyAOX

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Hamish Trench @hamishtrench.bsky.social · May 14

What would it look like to complete Scotland's land reform journey? We'd like to hear your thoughts 👇

Scottish Land Commission @scottishlandcom.bsky.social · May 14

📣 We're excited to launch ScotLand Futures – a national conversation about the future of Scotland’s land.

In this short video, Chair of the Commission, Michael Russell, explains what the initiative is all about, why it matters, and how you can get involved.

Find out more at buff.ly/Q7dnd3S.

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Scottish Land Commission @scottishlandcom.bsky.social · Apr 25

🚜 Tenant Farming Webinar – Meet the new TFC
🗓️ 14 May | ⏰ 12–1pm

Join us to meet Rob Black, the new Tenant Farming Commissioner, and hear about his priorities and the changes ahead.

Peter MacDougall will also share how the Commission supports tenants and landlords.

🔗 Sign up: buff.ly/rfHX8EX

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Hamish Trench @hamishtrench.bsky.social · Apr 24

Great opportunity to join our @scottishlandcom.bsky.social team, lead our research and data analysis and develop research collaborations 👇

Scottish Land Commission @scottishlandcom.bsky.social · Apr 23

We’re hiring a Research Officer to lead key work including our Land Market Insights reports. Apply your research skills to real-world impact in land reform.

📍 Scotland-based (flexible)
💼 £36,038 - £41,166
📅 2-year post | Secondments welcome

Deadline: 21 May at 12pm
Apply here: buff.ly/8THAj2K

Hamish Trench @hamishtrench.bsky.social · Apr 24

A guest blog by Amanda Bryan on new practical guidance on delivering benefits for local communities through investment in nature:

Scottish Land Commission @scottishlandcom.bsky.social · Apr 22

💬 New guest blog | How can natural capital investment deliver tangible benefits for communities?

Amanda Bryan shares how a new Route Map can help landowners, developers and communities work together.

📖 Read the full blog:

buff.ly/HgADRBT