Community land unit

Date: 20 March 2010
Author: lynn.cameron
Last updated: 11/12/2009 10:52
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The community land unit (CLU) was established by Highlands and Islands Enterprise in 1997.

The aim of the team is to increase the role of communities in the ownership and management of land and land assets, and the sustainable management of these resources for the benefit of the community. In the process of achieving its aims and objectives, the team will encourage diversity and experimentation in community land initiatives.

The links below and on the right will take you to more information on the work of HIE and the community land unit.

Watch video clips from our Growing Community Assets: an insider's guide which follows the successes of a range of community projects funded under this programme.

Scottish Community Land Network
The Scottish Community Land Network is a useful resource for anyone interested in the development of community-based land activities. Click the icon below to visit the site.

Key links

Community Land Unit news Latest news from the Community Land UnitHow we can help These pages outline the background to HIE's community land team and present its aims and objectives.Growing Community Assets Growing Community Assets (GCA) is a fund aimed at helping communities take control of and manage assets for wider social benefit. It is being delivered by a HIE-led consortium of national partners.Community land ownership A range of information on community land ownership, including legislation, reports and case studies. Woodland crofts Some initial guidance on the new concept as a method of community land managementUseful resources Useful links, information and resources for community land initiatives.

Growing Community Assets: An insider's guide Growing community assets "an insider's guide".Community projects - case studies These downloadable case studies demonstrate, using real-life examples, how communities in the Highlands and Islands have benefited from HIE network assistance.Community Energy Scotland Community Energy Scotland supports community groups throughout the country to develop sustainable energy projects. It has taken over the role of the former Highlands and Islands Community Energy Company, set up by Highlands and Islands Enterprise.About the Scottish Highlands and Islands Learn more about the Scottish Highlands and Islands.Area economic profiles Demographic and economic changes within different parts of the Highlands and Islands (2007).Opportunities to Tender Latest invitations to tender and notices of contract for HIE and related contracts.

Scottish Community Land Network the network for community land initiativesDevelopment Trusts Association Scotland Rural Community Gateway Community Woodlands Association Big Lottery Fund Investing in Communities Community Retailing Network

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