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.

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 Statistics

We publish detailed statistics for all freedom of information requests, you can view these on our FOI & EIR statistics page.

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

  1. FOI Request: 87559

    Request for a copy of croft file C5117

    Status
    Completed
    Responded
    2018-03-23

  2. FOI Request: 87009

    Request for a list of all crofts in Scotland, including acreage and location.

    Status
    Completed
    Responded
    2018-02-26

  3. FOI Request: 86890

    Request for information on what paternity leave is offered to employees.

    Status
    Completed
    Responded
    2018-02-15

  4. FOI Request: 86487

    Request for copies of all documentation arising within the Commission and communications between the Commission and SGPRID from December 2016 to present regarding Croft 327 Hilton and Hilton of Embo common grazings

    Status
    Completed
    Responded
    2018-03-22

  5. FOI Request: 86328

    Please could you supply me with the following information? 1. At November 12 2015, how many men and and how many women were on the board of your organisation? 2. At November 12 2015, was the Chairperson (or person with an equivalent role) a man or a woman? 3. How many men and how many women are now on the board of your organisation? 4. Is the current Chairperson (or person with an equivalent role) a man or a woman? 5. Does the board have a formal strategy or policy commitment to achieving gender balance? If so please supply a copy of the document where the policy is laid out. Please also confirm the date that this policy was adopted. 6. What is the current median FTE pay for men and women in the organisation?

    Status
    Completed
    Responded
    2018-01-25

  6. FOI Request: 85937

    Request for information on decrofted/resumption of areas of croft land on 1 Uachdar

    Status
    Completed
    Responded
    2018-01-23

  7. FOI Request: 85250

    Request for: 1 Bohuntin Common Grazings - copies of all documentation and correspondence on file relating to Bohuntin Common Grazings. 2. Crofting Census - copies of all crofting census returns for the Bohuntin Township, Kilmonivaig, Inverness-shire 79/455/.... This will be returns for croft 1, 2, Carn Darach, 3, 3A, 4, 5, 6, 6A, 7, 7A, 8 and 9 Bohuntin. I would be grateful if you could forward copies of returns submitted in all years since the census began.

    Status
    Completed
    Responded
    2017-12-28

  8. FOI Request: 84930

    Request for information on whether Blo'burn on the island of Foula is a croft.

    Status
    Completed
    Responded
    2017-11-15

  9. FOI Request: 84845

    Request for copy of copies of the maps and extents held by the Commission on Melvaig Common Grazings.

    Status
    Completed
    Responded
    2017-12-04

  10. FOI Request: 84568

    Request for a copy of various correspondence in relation to Upper Coll Grazings

    Status
    Completed
    Responded
    2017-11-30