A consultation has been launched to help shape the public's rights on the future of ownership, management and use of Scottish land and buildings.

Land Reform Secretary Roseanna Cunningham said the Land Rights and Responsibilities Statement discussion will give people the chance to shape the future of land "to create a fairer and more prosperous nation".

Overall, the Statement commits to building a fairer society, promoting environmental sustainability, economic prosperity and social justice.

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Ms Cunningham said: "The Land and Rights and Responsibilities Statement is a world-leading undertaking, which will be central to the Government's commitment to long-term land reform.

"Land reform is concerned with both urban and rural communities and impacts on every single person in Scotland.

"Our vision is that the ownership, management and use of land and buildings in Scotland should contribute to the collective benefit of the people of Scotland. A fair, inclusive and productive system of land rights and responsibilities should deliver greater public benefits and promote economic, social and cultural rights.

"Moreover, the Statement will be the basis for a strong and consistent vision running through Government policy and the work of the new Scottish Land Commission."

The Statement is likely to impact on the work of the new Scottish Land Commission, which will become operational in April.

(LM/CD)