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: 72901

    Request for copies of all correspondence relating to Upper Coll Grazings Committee between Commissioners, Commission Staff, Grazings Constable, Scottish Government and Government Ministers.

    Status
    Completed
    Responded
    2016-10-21

  2. FOI Request: 72596

    Request for all information held on croft 422/443 Knockan.

    Status
    Completed
    Responded
    2016-10-05

  3. FOI Request: 73562

    Any change of tenancy, including sublease, of all crofts in Sildinis, South Lochs, Isle of Lewis, and Habost, South Lochs, Isle of Lewis. The information should include date of application, date of transfer or sublease, and if possible from whom and to whom.

    Status
    Completed
    Responded
    2016-11-10

  4. FOI Request: 73309

    ​Request for the up-to-date position for croft 19/20 North Ballachulish.

    Status
    Completed
    Responded
    2016-11-07

  5. FOI Request: 73577

    Request for information relating to Mangersta issues, and correspondence between Commissioner Maclennan and the Commission re Mangersta, all from 01/09/2015-to date.

    Status
    Completed
    Responded
    2016-11-11

  6. FOI Request: 72986

    List of vacant crofts in Lochs along with list of crofts in Lochs which are vacant as a result of Commission terminating tenancy.

    Status
    Completed
    Responded
    2016-10-05

  7. FOI Request: 72986

    Request for a list of vacant crofts in Lochs along with list of crofts in Lochs which are vacant as a result of Commission terminating tenancy.

    Status
    Completed
    Responded
    2016-10-06

  8. FOI Request: 72733

    Request for copies of website pages from 2015 relating to the complaints procedure. Review of information issued

    Status
    Completed
    Responded
    2016-09-29

  9. FOI Request: 71349

    ​Request for information regarding the Upper Coll Grazings & Grazings Constable

    Status
    Completed
    Responded
    2016-09-22

  10. FOI Request: 72358

    Request for information including maps on 44 Arnol, Isle of Lewis.

    Status
    Completed
    Responded
    2016-11-01