As the body responsible for the leasing of Scotland’s seabed and around half the foreshore, Crown Estate Scotland currently leases around 750 sites for finish and shellfish farming.
Salmon Farms to be hit by Rent Increases
Developing a Deep Water Facility in Scapa Flow “a once in a generation opportunity”
“I regard this as a once in a generation opportunity, a transformational project that would deliver a major boost for our local economy – creating jobs and business opportunities throughout our islands.” James Stockan, Leader OIC
Point of Ness Camping and Caravan Site Awarded Funding Boost
Orkney Islands Council (OIC) has been awarded £260,000 from the Rural Tourism Infrastructure Fund (RTIF) administered through VisitScotland, to improve the Point of Ness Camping and Caravan Site.
Councils Receive Share of Crown Estate Revenues of £7.5million
Orkney is to receive £773,673.43 as its allocation from Crown Estate revenues
ScotWind: Future Commercial Off Shore Wind Projects
Crown Estate Scotland have released leasing details for future commercial off shore wind projects.
Future Decisions Made Locally On Seabed Leases Take A Step Forward
“I welcome Crown Estate Scotland’s announcement that the detailed plans we submitted are being taken forward in this way.”
Scottish Crown Estate Bill Passed
“Today is an historic occasion, as this is the first time that the Parliament has ever legislated on the management of the Scottish Crown estate.”
Orkney Islands Marine Planning Partnership
” The pilot will demonstrate the effective implementation of a new way of doing business, with decisions to lease seabed assets around Orkney (to 12 nautical miles) taken within the local community through a robust local democratic process.”
More Local Decision Making in Areas Controlled by Crown Estate Scotland
“We put forward a strong and innovative case for local decision making and how this could be managed in ways that best meet the needs of our community.”
Crown Estate Needs a Radical Overhaul: Scottish Greens
The Scottish Crown Estates Bill was debated in the Scottish Parliament on Tuesday 19th June 2018.
