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GROUNDED: Open Call for Film Submissions

8 September 2026

We’re inviting filmmakers, community groups and first-time storytellers to submit films to GROUNDED, a touring film festival exploring land, power and place.

From Peat to People: The Journey into Natural Capital

24 August 2026

Lauryn McLoughlin, Natural Capital Community Partnerships Adviser, shares a blog about starting the role. I’m delighted to have joined the Natural Capital Community Partnerships (NCCP) team at

Scottish Land Commission Advice for expanding community landownership

28 July 2026

The Scottish Land Commission (SLC) has recently published new advice which sets out practical next steps to expand community ownership in Scotland and help more communities

The Five Quick Wins to the Land Reform Challenge in Scotland

27 July 2026

THE housing crisis. Soaring energy bills. Crumbling high streets. Nature loss. Climate breakdown. Depopulation. Food security.   These might not be the usual things that spring

Group shot of CCDC Board, staff and supporters taken when they bought the land in June 2023

Achagarry – Homes for Coigach

29 June 2026

Coigach Community Development Company (CCDC) has planning permission to build 10 new homes for social rent. The development, named Achagarry (place of the garden) will see new, energy-efficient homes built on the brownfield site of the former Achiltibuie Hydroponicum.

Annan Harbour Action Group is recruiting a Strategic Business Development Manager

3 June 2026

Annan Harbour Action Group are seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial Strategic Business Development Manager to help shape the future of their Regenerating Annan Harbour project.

A photo of a LIDAR (light detection and ranging machine) in a field with a mast.

Shared Community LIDAR? A challenge, and an opportunity.

22 May 2026

Sunart Community Renewables are seeking to connect with other communities who are interested in a wind power project but have been stalled by the cost of a wind yield survey.