Policy & Public Affairs Adviser at @ScotLandEstates | Small scale beef farmer - Highland Cattle Fold | Keen shot | All views are my own
East Ayrshire
Joined April 2022
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Nic MacLeod retweeted
Can you help shape the future of rural Scotland?
We're looking for new Directors to join the SLE Board.
You don't need to have previous board experience, just the expertise to make a difference.
Apply now 👇
scottishlandandestates.co.uk…
Deadline: 30 November
Nic MacLeod retweeted
Our Central Region Reception is under way at Cardney Estate & Wedding Venue. Thank you to Cardney for hosting us – and for the venison! And thank you @Savills for sponsoring. It’s going to be a great event.
Check out our other events at scottishlandandestates.co.uk…
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Our South West Reception is just starting in Dumfries and we’re looking forward to catching up with SLE members and hearing from all our speakers.
A special shout out to @lindsaysnews for sponsoring today’s event.
Check out our other events at scottishlandandestates.co.uk…
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A full house at Marchmont House for our South East Regional Reception last night.
Members heard organisational, regional and policy updates before an insightful discussion on succession and preparing the next generation.
Thanks to @FBR_Seed for sponsoring the event.
Nic MacLeod retweeted
🦌 #GreatBritishGameWeek is a chance to recognise how game supports #RuralScotland.
From sustaining jobs & local businesses to providing nutritious, high-protein food and supporting charities such as the Country Food Trust, game meat delivers benefits far beyond the plate.
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Changes to gamebird regulation in England could have significant impacts on Scottish jobs, rural businesses & conservation. We've urged Defra to ensure Scotland's economic, environmental and community interests are fully considered before decisions are made. #RuralScotland
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⏰ The deadline for #Defra's call for evidence on gamebird release, shooting & welfare is 1 Nov.
If you’re involved in shooting directly or you, your business or your local economy benefit from shooting, take a few minutes to submit your views
📧 [email protected]
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#Defra call for evidence
We encourage anyone with an interest in shooting, either directly involved or supporting the sector through hospitality, to take part.
Submit comments & copy in your local MP here:
Email: [email protected]
Subject line: Call for Evidence
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Nic MacLeod retweeted
Fly-tipping continues to damage Scotland’s countryside and burden landowners & farmers.
We’re supporting #FlyTippingFortnight (12-25 Oct), led by Keep Britain Tidy, to promote responsible waste disposal and tackle waste crime.
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**FREE EVENT**
@FASScot are holding a meeting on ticks and tick diseases in Dingwall.
Tues 20th Oct
from 7pm - 9pm
at Tulloch Castle Hotel in Dingwall.
To book, go to this link: eventbrite.co.uk/e/ticks-tic…
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SLE and other rural organisations have written to Defra calling for more time and clearer questions in the recent call for evidence on Gamebird release.
Better timing and a simpler process will achieve a more meaningful response from the rural sector. 👇
scottishlandandestates.co.uk…
Nic MacLeod retweeted
If Defra wants the best evidence on gamebird shooting, it must make sure those managing the countryside can properly provide it.
The MA has joined other rural organisations including @ScotLandEstates @CLAtweets @ScotGamekeepers calling for more time, clearer questions and a fair route for practical evidence. The joint letter asks for the deadline to be extended to 30 April 2027.
Members should still submit relevant evidence now.
Read more - link is in replies:
Nic MacLeod retweeted
Great chat with @PaulMcLennan7 at @DunglassEstate this afternoon alongside representatives from @ELCouncil.
We all agree on the need to reduce barriers to growth in Scotland. That’s why we’re working with MSPs and local authorities to reform planning and encourage investment.
Nic MacLeod retweeted
A huge thank you to everyone who attended our awards last week & helped us raise over £6,000 for our chosen charities: @RSABI & @CountryFoodTr .
In the last five years Helping it Happen has raised nearly £20,000 for charity.
#HiH2026 Awards. 💚
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Our new policy paper sets out practical proposals for a fairer non-domestic rates system that supports investment, jobs and growth in rural Scotland while protecting local services.
Thanks to all the MSPs who joined us for the launch of the paper today!
tinyurl.com/484m5y4b
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🚨 Final call! Bookings for the #HelpingitHappenAwards 2026 close at 12pm today.
Join us on 1 Oct at the EICC, Edinburgh, to celebrate the people, businesses and communities making a real difference across rural Scotland.
🎟️ tinyurl.com/45nem7mn
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We're delighted to announce Scottish broadcaster Arlene Stuart as host of the #HelpingItHappenAwards 2026 🎤
Tickets are selling fast for our 10th anniversary celebration on 1 Oct at the EICC. Bookings close 14 Sept, so don't miss out.
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A huge thank you to @WeareGLM_ sponsor of the Tourism & Visitor Management Award at this year's #HelpingitHappenAwards.
📍Tickets selling fast
⏰Bookings close 14 Sep
📅 1 Oct, EICC
🎟️ tinyurl.com/45nem7mn
Celebrate 10 years of recognising those helping rural Scotland thrive!
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Full statement from @ScotLandEstates here: scottishlandandestates.co.uk… 3/3