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Crofting Commission Takes Action on Vacant Crofts
The Crofting Commission has today, Wednesday 6th of November, announced a new initiative to address the issue of vacant crofts across the crofting counties. This proactive approach aims to revitalise…
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Crofting’s Economic Impact: A £588 Million Powerhouse for Scotland, New Report Reveals
A landmark report commissioned by the Crofting Commission, and prepared by BiGGAR Economics, has unveiled the extraordinary economic contribution of crofting to Scotland. The findings reveal that crofting generates a…
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Consultation on crofting reform
The Scottish Government has opened its public consultation on proposed reforms to the Crofting Act, which runs until 2 September 2024, and is seeking views from crofters. For more information visit…
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Crofting Commission Welcomes Scottish Government Consultation on Crofting Reform
The Crofting Commission has today, Thursday 6th June 2024, welcomed the launch of a Scottish Government consultation on crofting reform. The consultation seeks views on a number of key issues…
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Crofting Commission Underlines Importance of Ferry Access for Island Crofters in Response to Scottish Government Plans
The Crofting Commission has today, Monday 6th of May 2024, submitted its response to the Scottish Government’s consultation on the Islands Connectivity Plan: Strategic Approach and Vessels and Ports Plan.…
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Crofting Commission Calls for Recognition of Crofting in Scottish Government’s Food Strategy
The Crofting Commission has today, Monday 22nd of April 2024, responded to the Scottish Government’s consultation on the National Good Food Nation Plan. The Commission welcomes the plan’s focus on…
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Crofting Commission to Stop Accepting Emailed Applications
The Crofting Commission is today, Tuesday 16th of April 2024, announcing changes to how applications are to be submitted. Starting Monday, April 29th, 2024, the Commission will no longer accept…
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Crofting Commission Launches Initiative to Strengthen Crofting Sector by Engaging Landlords of Vacant Crofts
The Crofting Commission today, Wednesday 10th of April announced a new initiative designed to strengthen the crofting sector by engaging with landlords of vacant crofts. This project aims to ensure…
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Crofting Commission Calls for Stronger Crofting Involvement in Deer Management
The Crofting Commission is today, Tuesday 2nd April 2024, advocating for a more prominent role for crofters and common grazings committees in deer management decisions. This follows their submission to…
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Protecting the Future of Crofting: Upholding the Spirit of the Legislation
To the Editor, There is a recognised concern within the crofting community regarding the recent advertisement of sale of a croft tenancy seemingly based on market value in Knoydart, as…