Crofting Elections 2017: consultation responses analysis

9. Business and Regulatory Impact

Question 13: Do you think the crofting election will have impacts on businesses, public bodies or the third sector?

14 respondents addressed this question. Eight did not think that the crofting election will impact on businesses, public bodies or the third sector.

Six respondents including individuals and organisations envisaged potential direct and indirect impacts on these different sectors, depending on the operation and decisions of the Crofting Commission. One respondent remarked that prospective candidates for election will need to consult with their respective employers regarding the time off required for duties; other comments were more general in terms of acknowledging potential impacts without being specific.