In this episode of ScotLand Matters, our Policy Adviser (Rural Communities) Sarah Madden sits down with Mark Myles, Partner and Head of Planning Scotland at Bidwells. The episode answers questions you may have around the draft National Planning Framework (NPF4), including an explanation of what it covers, and its relevance and importance for rural Scotland.

We are delighted that representatives from Bidwells will be among exhibitors in attendance at our Flagship Annual Conference 2022: Homes At The Heart Of Rural Communities, taking place on 17 May 2022 at the Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh. Book your places online now!

This episode is sponsored by Bidwells, and was recorded on 16 March 2022.

ScotLand Matters is the official podcast of Scottish Land & Estates, and is produced by Calum Henderson.

In this episode of ScotLand Matters, our Policy Adviser (Rural Business & Property) Lindsay Duncan sits down with Neil Freshwater, Public Affairs Manager at VELUX. The episode covers VELUX's findings on the Healthy Homes Barometer, an annual research-based report that takes the pulse of Europe's building stock.

This episode is sponsored by Velux, and was recorded on 8 March 2022.

ScotLand Matters is the official podcast of Scottish Land & Estates, and is produced by Calum Henderson.

Find out more about VELUX - www.velux.com

In this episode of ScotLand Matters, Scottish Land & Estates’ Head of Policy Stephen Young speaks with Partner and Head of Development and Planning for Bidwells, Andrew Wood, on strategic planning. The episode covers various questions around development and planning, including:

and much more. 

This episode is sponsored by Bidwells, and was recorded on 26 January 2022. You can find out more about Bidwells on their website - www.bidwells.co.uk

ScotLand Matters is the official podcast of Scottish Land & Estates, and is produced by Calum Henderson.

In this episode of ScotLand Matters, we're sharing with you the Keynote Address given by Lord Deben at our Virtual Annual Conference: The Business of Climate Change. This recording was captured on 29 September 2021.  A video version of this recording with an additional Q&A session is available to listen to on our website - www.scottishlandandestates.co.uk

ScotLand Matters is the official podcast of Scottish Land & Estates, and is produced by Calum Henderson.

In this episode of ScotLand Matters, we're sharing with you the keynote address given by Professor Sir Dieter Helm, CBE at our Virtual Annual Conference: The Business of Climate Change. This recording was captured on 29 September 2021. A video version of this recording with an additional Q&A session is available to listen to on our website - www.scottishlandandestates.co.uk

ScotLand Matters is the official podcast of Scottish Land & Estates, and is produced by Calum Henderson.

In this episode of ScotLand Matters, Scottish Land & Estates’ Digital Communications Officer Calum Henderson speaks with Ross Macleod of The Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT) about the Trust's demonstration farm at Auchnerran. Expanding upon 'Focus on the future of farming,' an article in the Autumn 2021 edition of LandBusiness Magazine (available online now), this episode covers a number of bases, from the purpose of the farm, and how it came to be, to the local wildlife in the area. The episode also covers questions around carbon audits and natural capital assessments, providing an introduction to those who may not be familiar with the terms or what these entail in a practical sense. 

This episode was recorded on 26 August 2021. Find out more about GWCT on their website - www.gwct.org.uk

ScotLand Matters is the official podcast of Scottish Land & Estates, and is produced by Calum Henderson.

In this episode of ScotLand Matters, Scottish Land & Estates’ Head of Policy Stephen Young speaks with Andy Turnbull of Bidwells on the subject of natural capital. The episode covers various subjects, including different variations of land uses (including regenerative agriculture), climate change, biodiversity, and more. This episode is sponsored by Bidwells, and was recorded on 24 August 2021. 

Find out more about Bidwells on their website - www.bidwells.co.uk

ScotLand Matters is the official podcast of Scottish Land & Estates, and is produced by Calum Henderson.

Recorded on Friday 30 July 2021 as part of our virtual offering for what would have been the week of the Border Union Show, this conversation saw FBR Seed's David Seed and Professor Russel Griggs joined by SLE's Chief Executive, Sarah-Jane Laing. Featuring an introduction and closing remarks from Trevor Jackson, Chair of the South East Committee, the conservation covers a variety of fascinating topics as the trio of speakers discuss what the future of rural businesses in the South of Scotland could and should look like.

Find out more about FBR Seed - www.fbrseed.com

ScotLand Matters is the official podcast of Scottish Land & Estates, and is produced by Calum Henderson.

Recorded on Friday 18 June 2021 as part of our virtual events for the Royal Highland Showcase, this conversation saw farmer and Chair of Quality Meat Scotland Kate Rowell, Chair of the Arable Sector Climate Group Andrew Moir, and Chair of the Dairy Sector Climate Change Group Jackie McCreery led in discussion by Scottish Land & Estates' Head of Policy Stephen Young.

Find out more about Quality Meat Scotland - www.qmscotland.co.uk

Find out more about the Dairy Sector Climate Change Group - www.gov.scot/groups/dairy-sector-climate-change-group

ScotLand Matters is the official podcast of Scottish Land & Estates, and is produced by Calum Henderson.

Recorded on Thursday 17 June 2021 as part of our virtual events for the Royal Highland Showcase, this conversation saw NatureScot's Chair Dr Mike Cantlay in the hot seat being asked questions by SLE Chairman, Mark Tennant. Rewilding, biodiversity and working in partnership were some of the areas discussed.

Find out more about NatureScot - www.nature.scot

ScotLand Matters is the official podcast of Scottish Land & Estates, and is produced by Calum Henderson.