ASSOCIATION NEWS
First meetings under new policy structure
The first round of meetings under the new policy group structure recently took place, and provided an excellent opportunity for members to consider some of the key issues currently facing members.
The Housing and Communities group meeting focused on “sustainable communities – the role of the landowner” along with affordable housing provision. The meeting was kindly hosted by the chair Andrew Bradford, who stated after the meeting: “This was the first meeting of any of the new Policy Groups and by holding it away from Musselburgh, it was evident that this was not simply a rebranding of the old PHI (Planning, Housing and Infrastructure) Group.
“I was very pleased with the quality of debate in the morning session.
In the afternoon, we received presentations on the progress of two members’ Rural Homes for Rent schemes and on an innovative partnership concept to deliver, without subsidy, affordable housing through shared ownership. This idea, presented by Neil Clapperton of Grampian Housing Association, raised considerable interest.
“If future meetings can be as productive and stimulating as this one, then my impression is that the new Policy Group concept is a winner.” The well-attended Land Use and Environment meeting on 5 May considered the Scottish Government’s Land Use Strategy. Attendees heard from Jo Ellis, a member of the Scottish Government team that is developing the Land Use Strategy, who outlined the
background, purpose and timetable for engagement before taking part in a lively discussion session. The first meeting of the Tourism and Enterprise group took place on 18 May and was chaired by Jamie Williamson from Alvie Estate. The meeting provided an opportunity to discuss emerging tourism markets and actions required to ensure that SRPBA members are able to identify and realise potential tourism development opportunities. The group also confirmed its support for a continued programme of Rural Enterprise Demo Days, underlining the value of these very successful events.
Meet the policy chairs – page 38
For further information, contact the SRPBA Head of Policy on
sarah-jane.laing@
srpba.com Dates and topics for the next round of meetings are currently being finalised. If members would like to find out more about the three policy priority areas, or any of the technical sub-groups, they should contact the SRPBA Head of Policy.
NEW MEMBERS
David McKie LLB(Hons) Dip LP NP, Levy & McRae, South West. Nicholas Gilmour, Montrave Estate, Central. Andrew Donaldson, Comrie Croft Ltd, Central. T P Baynes FRICS, Central. E T Baxter, Gilston House, Central. Sir Michael Nairn Bt, Elie Estate Trust, Central. Toby Anstruther, The Alexander Trust, Central. Malcolm Innes, Central. James Vance, Kilconquhar Castle, Central. David Houston, Farraline, Highlands. Reay D G Clarke, Edderton Farm, Highlands. The Duke of Bedford, Corrybrough, Highland.
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Baron Dominique Collinet, Glen Creran Estate, Highland. M D Bennett, Pitfour Estate, North East.
Alasdair J D Locke, Glenrinnes Farms Limited, North East. Lucy Tile, Lantra Scheme Prize Winner, South East. R P Douglas Miller, Moorfoot Capital Management Ltd, South East. Fraser Scott, Co-operative Farms Ltd, South East. Jan Foster, Harper Macleod LLP, South West. John C Bute, Mount Stuart Trust, South West. Raymond Butler, Penninghame House, South West. Jane Sargeant, Galloway Country Fair, South West.
LANDBUSINESS ISSUE 36 JUNE-JULY 2010
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
Policy meetings
18 August 2010 – Land Use and Environment 25 August 2010 –
Housing and Communities 2 September 2010 – Tourism and Enterprise 4 November 2010 – Legal and Taxation.
Staff news Congratulations to SRPBA
Policy Officer Janice Cassidy and her new husband Mike Fenny, who were married on Saturday 5 June.
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