S2E8 Gary Campbell on crofting and how it's unique and innovative (Unst, Yell, Isle of Bernaray, Barra(

Joining Alison in this episode is Gary Campbell, chief executive of the Crofting Commission. 

As well as hearing some of the places that Gary has been able to experience and enjoy through his work you’ll also find out more about crofting itself.

Gary’s previous work includes 11 years with the University of Highlands and Islands and 30 years as a chartered accountant with EY where he travelled across Scotland advising commercial businesses.

Crofting Commission: https://crofting.scotland.gov.uk/ 

Scottish Crofting Federation: https://www.crofting.org/

National Farmers’ Union, Scotland: https://www.nfus.org.uk/ 

Some of the places and businesses Gary mentioned: 

SaxaVord Spaceport: https://saxavord.com/

Unst: https://www.shetland.org/visit/plan/areas/unst

Isle of Bernaray: http://www.isleofberneray.com/ 

Birlinn Yarn Company: https://birlinnyarn.co.uk/ 

Barra: https://www.visitscotland.com/info/towns-villages/barra-p238701 

Isle of Barra Distillery: https://isleofbarradistillers.com/ 

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