The Crofting Commission is reaching out to the Shetland crofting community to clarify the purpose of the Annual Notice and to reassure crofters that fulfilling this legal duty is a quick, simple and free process. Following a recent article in The Shetland Times, the Commission wishes to provide factual clarity and a postive path forward for all crofters.
We are hosting a series of public meetings throughout the crofting counties this Winter 2026 to provide essential information and guidance for our crofting communities. These sessions are designed to walk you through the Annual Notice process, explain the statutory duties of a crofter, and provide a dedicated Crofting Q&A to address general queries
The Crofting Commission has announced a comprehensive schedule of public meetings across the crofting counties to take place throughout the winter months. This initiative marks a significant shift towards a more proactive and public-facing approach by the Commission’s Board of Commissioners.
The Crofting Commission is today, Tuesday 20th of January, 2026, reminding crofters of the 2025 Annual Notice process, a statutory requirement for all crofters across Scotland. Letters have now been dispatched to households, and the Commission is reminding all recipients that completing and returning the notice is a legal obligation. The Annual Notice is a key … Crofting Commission Urges Compliance as 2025 Annual Notice Process Begins
Our phoneline will be open on Monday 22nd and Tuesday 23rd December from 9.00am to 4.30pm.
The phoneline will be closed on Wednesday 24th December until Monday 5th January, when it will re-open at 9.00am. Great Glen House will be closed during this period.
Although our phoneline is closed, it is still possible to submit online applications or send emails to us during the festive period.
The Crofting Commission has today, Wednesday 10th of December 2025, announced the launch of a new Alerts Service on its refreshed website, designed to make it easier for crofters and the wider public to stay informed about changes in their local area.
The new feature allows anyone—from active crofters and Grazings Clerks to those simply interested in the future of crofting—to sign up for automated email notifications regarding regulatory applications submitted to the Commission.
The Crofting Commission has today announced it is sending new, important correspondence to solicitors and estate agents across Scotland. The correspondence is designed to ensure that those acting for the sale of a croft or croft tenancy are fully aware of the legal duties and obligations that come with owning a croft.
The Crofting Commission is today urging all crofters to check that their personal and croft details on the Register of Crofts are up to date. This proactive measure is crucial to ensure a smooth process for the upcoming 2025 Annual Notice distribution.
Join us for an online public meeting chaired by Andrew Thin
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.
