CNPA welcomes grouse moor management review
CNPA welcomes grouse moor management review
The Cairngorms National Park Authority has welcomed the announcement today by the Environment Secretary Roseanna Cunningham confirming that an expert group will be set up to look at managing grouse moors sustainably and within the law.
Chief Executive of the CNPA, Grant Moir said: “The satellite tagging reviews findings are deeply worrying. However, I particularly welcome the news that more resources are to be dedicated to investigating wildlife crimes and look forward to working with Police Scotland and others with regards to piloting the use of special constables in the National Park.
“The Cairngorms National Park is a very special place for nature and we condemn any illegal killing of raptors. It is an unacceptable and needless crime that is not only harming our raptor population but damages the reputation of the National Park. The National Park Partnership Plan launched tomorrow sets out our long term approach to this and other key issues.
“We welcome the setting up of an independently-led group to look at the wider environmental impact of grouse moor management practices.”
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Public access during wildfire response
The Glenmore and Strath Nethy wildfire has resulted in popular visitor areas, attractions and paths being closed to the public, particularly around the Glenmore and Cairngorm Mountain area.
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There is an ongoing wildfire situation at Glenmore within the Cairngorms National Park. Click here for all the latest. We would encourage members of the public to follow current guidance and be aware that the situation may change.
Due to the this wildfire incident, the following paths and routes are closed:
- All the paths around Loch Morlich, Glenmore and Badaguish are closed.
- The Ryvoan pass is closed, this includes all access to the Green Lochan (Lochan Uaine).
- Routes providing access to Cairngorm, the Northern Corries, Meall a’ Bhuachaille, Strath Nethy and Bynack More should be avoided.
- The Abernethy Forest area to the south of Forest Lodge and towards Ryvoan bothy is closed.