Freedom of Information
Freedom of Information
The Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 (FOISA) gives you the right to request information from the Crofting Commission. We must provide it unless there’s a good reason not to.
Before Making a Request for Information
Before making a formal request, please explore the large amount information already available on our website, including the Publication Scheme, Annual Reports, Publications, and Board Papers. If you are specifically looking for details regarding individual crofts, croft lists or associated individuals, you can find this via our Open Data and our Register of Crofts. While we are committed to transparency and providing information whenever possible, please also keep in mind our guidance on vexatious and repeated requests and our Charging Policy.
How to Request Information
Requests must be in writing and must include:
- Your full name
- A contact address – this can be a postal or email address
- A description of the information you want
If possible, please provide a daytime telephone number so we can contact you if we have any questions about your request.
To request information you can email or write to us with “FOI” or “Freedom of Information” in the subject line or body of the request.
- compliancehub@crofting.gov.scot
- Crofting Commission
Great Glen House
Leachkin Road
Inverness
IV3 8NW
You can also find our guidance on vexatious and repeated requests, and more information on your rights at the Scottish Information Commissioner’s website.
Fees and Timescales
- Will there be a fee? We do not normally charge for providing this information. You can read our Charging Policy for details.
- Timescale: We will respond to your request within 20 working days. If a request is complex, we will contact you to explain the delay and let you know when you can expect a full response.
Review and Appeal – what to do if you’re unhappy with our response
- Request a review: If you are not happy with our response, you can ask for a review within 40 working days. We will look at your request again and aim to provide a new response within 20 working days.
- Appeal to the Scottish Information Commissioner: If you are still not satisfied, you have the right to appeal to the Scottish Information Commissioner. You should keep all your correspondence with us, as you will need to provide copies to the Commissioner.
FOI requests
We keep a public record of all freedom of information requests we receive. You can click on a request’s date to see a summary. If you want a full copy of a response, email us at compliancehub@crofting.gov.scot and include the case number.
We are strongly committed to complying with legislation that gives you the right to request information and for that information to be provided to you unless there are good reasons not to do so.
Recent Freedom of Information and Environmental Information Requests
Freedom of Information Requests
640 results
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FOI Request: 117017
Request for information on the number of crofts on the islands Mull & Iona and related islands (Ulva, Gometra, Erraid), the types of tenure, and the use of the crofts (i.e. woodland crofts, livestock, etc)
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FOI Request: 117016 (EIR)
Request for copies of all correspondences, application forms and any other relevant documentation submitted regarding the assignation of 7 Scullamus or 7 Sculamus, Case Number 11803.
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FOI Request: 117015
Request for information regarding Culkein Common Grazings between 31/10/57 to 31/01/22.
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FOI Request: 117005
Information on the number of croft house grants that have been awarded between 2001 and 2021.
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FOI Request: 117004
Request for information pertaining to any particular reason for the delay in this assignation. Specifically, any submissions as a result of the public consultations, or any failure on our part to submit the correct forms?
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FOI Request: 116953
- What information is held on the political affiliation of board members and senior staff within your organisation - The current annual cost of press and media for your organisation, and the total number of personnel employed to handle press and media for your organisation - What guidelines have been issued to your organisation by the Scottish Government on press releases and media
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FOI Request: 116802
Request for a copy of your Corporate Risk Strategy and if possible the format of your current risk register
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FOI Request: 116768
Whose name is 83 Portuairk in?
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FOI Request: 116761
Request for information pertaining to croft number 10 Camuscroise in the parish of Sleat in the Isle of Skye.
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FOI Request: 116755
I did not do the past census both for Towerhouse and Moaness,Crockness,question is can this still be done.