Fergus Ewing

The Croft House Grants scheme launched by the Scottish Government aims to retain and attract people to rural and remote areas, and the latest round of funding totals £353,002.

Since the scheme was launched in 2007, more than £22.1 million has been awarded to 1,033 families and individuals in rural and island communities.

Rural economy secretary Fergus Ewing, said: “Crofters have been working hard throughout the pandemic contributing to the long-term sustainability of our rural and island communities. The future sustainability of these areas depends on our ability to attract and retain people, particularly young families, and the Croft House Grant has proved successful in doing just that.

“In the last year we have awarded over £1.8m in grant funding to help build and improve homes for 59 crofters and their families. I am determined to continue helping people in crofting areas.”