Land Reform Act (Scotland)

The Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2003 is legislation that grants people the right to access most land and inland water in Scotland for recreational, educational, or cultural purposes, provided they do so responsibly. It also establishes procedures for land reform and community buyouts, empowering communities to purchase land for local development or conservation. The Act aims to promote responsible access, transparency, and community involvement while balancing landowners' rights, supporting environmental sustainability, and encouraging responsible use of Scotland’s land and water resources.