Collaboration and Engagement

Better communication improves outcomes on commons. With so many people having an interest in different aspects of commons, communication skills are increasingly important. Here we explore how to work with different groups, those withing your Association, external stakeholders and the public as well as negotiation skills.

Management on Common Land

Common land is used by a wide range of individuals and groups with the primary uses being agriculture, recreation and sporting. It provides a wide range of benefits including open space, grazing land, grouse habitat, archaeological and historical features, energy generation and diverse ecosystems. To learn more about how to negotiate management of these different individuals, click below.

Achieving Consensus

It can be difficult to reach an agreement when multiple parties and interests are involved in management negotiations. Click below for advice and information as to how this can be achieved.

Key Contacts and Information

There is a wide community of people involved in common land and the work surrounding it. Click below to see a list of key contacts and information sources.