Lorne MacLeod
@lornemacleod.bsky.social
Interested in land reform, business growth, islands, Gàidhlig language, culture & history. Views are my own.
A walk to the summit of Beinn Tianabhaig at the weekend. Rewarded at the top with fine 360 degree views including the magnificent An Cuiltheann. #Skye
October 1, 2025 at 5:54 PM
A walk to the summit of Beinn Tianabhaig at the weekend. Rewarded at the top with fine 360 degree views including the magnificent An Cuiltheann. #Skye
The West side of the Island of Kerrera looking across to the Island of Lismore in the foreground and the Morvern hills in the distance.
April 3, 2025 at 10:44 AM
The West side of the Island of Kerrera looking across to the Island of Lismore in the foreground and the Morvern hills in the distance.
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Community landowner Glengarry Community Woodlands is developing off grid cabins using wood from their own woodlands www.heraldscotland.com/news/2500378...
Off-grid cabins to raise 'vital' funds for Highland community group
Glengarry Community Development Trust is building six new units in the 'stunning' landscape of Glengarry to raise money for the local economy.
www.heraldscotland.com
March 13, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Community landowner Glengarry Community Woodlands is developing off grid cabins using wood from their own woodlands www.heraldscotland.com/news/2500378...
A lovely sunny day at Cuil Bay, Duror, today. 😎 #Highlands
February 13, 2025 at 7:41 PM
A lovely sunny day at Cuil Bay, Duror, today. 😎 #Highlands
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A new chapter for the Scottish Land Commission: Dr Lucy Beattie, Dr Calum MacLeod, and Robert Black join as Commissioners, ready to advance Scotland’s land reform agenda with expertise in sustainability, community engagement, and tenant farming.
www.landcommission.gov.scot/news-events/...
www.landcommission.gov.scot/news-events/...
January 16, 2025 at 10:58 AM
A new chapter for the Scottish Land Commission: Dr Lucy Beattie, Dr Calum MacLeod, and Robert Black join as Commissioners, ready to advance Scotland’s land reform agenda with expertise in sustainability, community engagement, and tenant farming.
www.landcommission.gov.scot/news-events/...
www.landcommission.gov.scot/news-events/...
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Congratulations to Sandbank. I look forward to dropping in……https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cje905j3w7zo
Sandbank Community gain funding to save 'landmark' hotel
The Scottish Land Fund have awarded a community in Sandbank in Argyll to be able to buy over landmark pub.
www.bbc.com
December 7, 2024 at 9:07 AM
Congratulations to Sandbank. I look forward to dropping in……https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cje905j3w7zo
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Pleased that the @scottishgov.bsky.social budget & tax strategy confirms that @scottishlandcom.bsky.social will be involved in exploring the role of tax within land reform & climate action, carefully watching out for unintended consequences & committed to supporting rural Scotland in particular.
We welcome Scottish Government's commitment to exploring the role of tax in land reform and climate action. We’ll support research and engagement to bring forward evidence-based, carefully considered advice supporting Scotland's land and climate ambitions.
December 4, 2024 at 6:42 PM
Pleased that the @scottishgov.bsky.social budget & tax strategy confirms that @scottishlandcom.bsky.social will be involved in exploring the role of tax within land reform & climate action, carefully watching out for unintended consequences & committed to supporting rural Scotland in particular.
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Exciting opportunities. Really important roles to broker relationships and ensure communities are involved in natural capital projects. Pleased @scottishlandcom.bsky.social has been able to help develop this new partnership.
We are recruiting for two posts - a Manager and an Adviser: Finance - for our new Natural Capital Partnerships project. The deadline to apply is the 16th December. Please share! www.communitylandscotland.org.uk/job-opportun...
November 25, 2024 at 1:17 PM
Exciting opportunities. Really important roles to broker relationships and ensure communities are involved in natural capital projects. Pleased @scottishlandcom.bsky.social has been able to help develop this new partnership.
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Land Commissioner Sally Reynolds speaking over the weekend at the Scottish Crofting Federation Gathering in Stornoway.
🗣 "We need to harness and support the growing enthusiasm amongst young people for staying local and crofting".
#scfgathering24
🗣 "We need to harness and support the growing enthusiasm amongst young people for staying local and crofting".
#scfgathering24
November 25, 2024 at 10:42 AM
Land Commissioner Sally Reynolds speaking over the weekend at the Scottish Crofting Federation Gathering in Stornoway.
🗣 "We need to harness and support the growing enthusiasm amongst young people for staying local and crofting".
#scfgathering24
🗣 "We need to harness and support the growing enthusiasm amongst young people for staying local and crofting".
#scfgathering24
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The latest Reid Foundation briefing examines the case for devolving immigration powers to Scotland and how a devolved system might work. We conclude the partial devolution of immigration powers could address Scotland’s demographic challenges. reidfoundation.scot/2024/11/devo...
Devolving Immigration Powers – The Jimmy Reid Foundation
reidfoundation.scot
November 20, 2024 at 9:05 AM
The latest Reid Foundation briefing examines the case for devolving immigration powers to Scotland and how a devolved system might work. We conclude the partial devolution of immigration powers could address Scotland’s demographic challenges. reidfoundation.scot/2024/11/devo...
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Eigg isn't connected to the UK national grid. Instead, we generate 90% to 95% of our electricity from wind, sun, & water (hydro). Community-owned Eigg Electric was switched on in 2008. Islanders are trained and employed to manage it. Electricity costs 27p per unit/kWh. isleofeigg.org/eigg-electric/
Eigg Electric - The Isle of Eigg
Eigg is not connected to the mainland electricity supply. After decades of diesel generators, Eigg Electric provided 24 hour power for the first time in February 2008. Eigg Electric is a community o...
isleofeigg.org
November 20, 2024 at 8:42 AM
Eigg isn't connected to the UK national grid. Instead, we generate 90% to 95% of our electricity from wind, sun, & water (hydro). Community-owned Eigg Electric was switched on in 2008. Islanders are trained and employed to manage it. Electricity costs 27p per unit/kWh. isleofeigg.org/eigg-electric/
Many thanks to @guyshrubsole.bsky.social for taking the time to meet with @scottishlandcom.bsky.social to discuss land reform in the UK. A wide ranging discussion covering topics such as the Land Reform Bill, public ownership of land, nature restoration, right to roam, tax on land, good practice.
November 20, 2024 at 11:08 AM
Many thanks to @guyshrubsole.bsky.social for taking the time to meet with @scottishlandcom.bsky.social to discuss land reform in the UK. A wide ranging discussion covering topics such as the Land Reform Bill, public ownership of land, nature restoration, right to roam, tax on land, good practice.
A chilly evening in Oban! ❄️ #ObanWinterFestival
November 19, 2024 at 7:06 PM
A chilly evening in Oban! ❄️ #ObanWinterFestival
The next @scottishlandcom.bsky.social Land Links webinar is being held today, Tuesday November 19th, at 7 p.m. and will discuss where to look, and who to ask, for information about who owns and manages land & buildings in your area. Join up details here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/where-can-...
November 19, 2024 at 9:37 AM
The next @scottishlandcom.bsky.social Land Links webinar is being held today, Tuesday November 19th, at 7 p.m. and will discuss where to look, and who to ask, for information about who owns and manages land & buildings in your area. Join up details here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/where-can-...
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Jeremy Clarkson, James Dyson, the Earl of Derby – they’re up in arms about paying tax on the vast areas of land they own.
Small farmers are worried that changes to Agricultural Property Relief (APR) will affect them. But who are the big landowners complaining the loudest? Thread: 1/
Small farmers are worried that changes to Agricultural Property Relief (APR) will affect them. But who are the big landowners complaining the loudest? Thread: 1/
November 18, 2024 at 12:28 PM
Jeremy Clarkson, James Dyson, the Earl of Derby – they’re up in arms about paying tax on the vast areas of land they own.
Small farmers are worried that changes to Agricultural Property Relief (APR) will affect them. But who are the big landowners complaining the loudest? Thread: 1/
Small farmers are worried that changes to Agricultural Property Relief (APR) will affect them. But who are the big landowners complaining the loudest? Thread: 1/
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I'm giving a wee talk in Abriachan on Friday, showing some recently discovered family photos of life above Loch Ness in the early 20th century.
November 18, 2024 at 12:29 PM
I'm giving a wee talk in Abriachan on Friday, showing some recently discovered family photos of life above Loch Ness in the early 20th century.
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The Isle of Eigg was one of Scotland's first community buyouts. In June 1997, its 65 inhabitants raised £1.5m to buy the island. The Isle of Eigg Heritage Trust has owned and managed Eigg on behalf of its residents (and the world) since, and Eigg's population is now around 115. www.isleofeigg.org
About Eigg - The Isle of Eigg
The Isle of Eigg is one of the four Small Isles. Five miles long by three miles wide, Eigg lies 12 miles off Mallaig on Scotland’s west coast, just south of the Isle of Skye. Eigg has a fascinating hi...
isleofeigg.org
November 18, 2024 at 9:54 AM
The Isle of Eigg was one of Scotland's first community buyouts. In June 1997, its 65 inhabitants raised £1.5m to buy the island. The Isle of Eigg Heritage Trust has owned and managed Eigg on behalf of its residents (and the world) since, and Eigg's population is now around 115. www.isleofeigg.org
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Welcome - great to have more land reform voices on Blue Sky, and more from Argyll too !
My first post on Bluesky, so, I thought I would start with a photo of Oban Bay.
November 17, 2024 at 4:36 PM
Welcome - great to have more land reform voices on Blue Sky, and more from Argyll too !