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 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
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FOI Request: 82991
Request for a copy of all decrofting applications and subsequent paperwork for croft 1 Caoles, Tiree
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FOI Request: 83068
Request for information on visits to croft 28 Knock that took place during 2014/15.
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FOI Request: 82895
Request for various information relating to croft 155 Oldshoremore
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FOI Request: 82873
Request for a copy of the plan for croft 7 Suiliseaddair, Porteree
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FOI Request: 82810
Request for a copy of the plan for croft Shullishadder Enlargement Portree
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FOI Request: 82811
Request for a copy of the extent of the Siuilseasdair township, Portree
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FOI Request: 82547
Request for copies of all correspondence and discussion on the Aignish Common Grazings Committee both within and without the Commission. This may take the form of letters, notes, emails, texts, phone calls to and from all members of staff, including Commissioners and your solicitor, along with details of conversations on the matter within and outwith the boardroom.
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FOI Request: 82548
Copy of the census form for 4 Galtrigill
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FOI Request: 82631
Request for boundaries of crofts Rowan Cottage, 10 Acheilidh,Rogart
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FOI Request: 82161
Request for copies of all correspondence and discussion on the Aignish Common Grazings Committee both within and without the Commission. This may take the form of letters, notes, emails, texts, phone calls to and from all members of staff, including Commissioners and your solicitor, along with details of conversations on the matter within and outwith the boardroom.