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Building a stronger crofting future through succession planning
Nearly 12,000 crofters across Scotland are receiving information packs to their homes, filled with advice and support, to help them secure crofting for future generations. Succession planning - passing a croft on to family members or others - is one of the biggest challenges facing crofting as a way of life, due to an ageing population.
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Crofting Commission Takes Firm Action on Annual Notice Non-Returns
The Crofting Commission today announced a significant step in its efforts to ensure compliance with crofting duties, confirming that it will be sending formal correspondence to approximately 3,500 crofters who failed to submit their Annual Notice for the 2024 reporting year.
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Crofting Commission Seeks New Appointed Commissioners
The Crofting Commission today announced that recruitment for two Appointed Commissioner positions on its Board is now open. This is a significant opportunity for individuals to contribute to the strategic direction and governance of crofting in Scotland.
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Crofting Commission Board Addresses Government Direction on Duties, Focuses on Residency
The Crofting Commission Board met on Wednesday, 7th May 2025 to discuss the instruction received from the Scottish Government, with a particular focus on the duties of crofters. Scottish Government Minister for Agriculture and Connectivity, Jim Fairlie MSP, has emphasised the importance of ensuring these duties are prioritised, especially residency, given its significant impact on the economic and social viability of crofting communities.
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Crofting Land Area Expands by 111 Hectares Over Six Years, Demonstrating Balanced Regulatory Approach
Crofting Land Area Expands by 111 Hectares Over Six Years, Demonstrating Balanced Regulatory Approach The Crofting Commission has announced today, Tuesday 18th March 2025, a significant net increase of 111…
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Crofting Commission to Enforce Annual Notice Compliance and Crofting Duties
Crofting Commission to Enforce Annual Notice Compliance and Crofting Duties The Crofting Commission is today, Tuesday 4th of March 2025, reminding all crofters and owner-occupier crofters of their legal obligation…
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ANDREW THIN APPOINTED AS CHAIR OF CROFTING COMMISSION
The Scottish Government has today, Thursday 6th of February 2025, announced the appointment of Andrew Thin as the new Chair of the Crofting Commission. Mr. Thin takes over from Malcolm…
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Crofting Commission Takes Action on Vacant Crofts
The Crofting Commission has today, Wednesday 6th of November, announced a new initiative to address the issue of vacant crofts across the crofting counties. This proactive approach aims to revitalise…
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Crofting’s Economic Impact: A £588 Million Powerhouse for Scotland, New Report Reveals
A landmark report commissioned by the Crofting Commission, and prepared by BiGGAR Economics, has unveiled the extraordinary economic contribution of crofting to Scotland. The findings reveal that crofting generates a…
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Consultation on crofting reform
The Scottish Government has opened its public consultation on proposed reforms to the Crofting Act, which runs until 2 September 2024, and is seeking views from crofters. For more information visit…