Equality Advisory Panel - January 2021

This document contains the minutes from the Cairngorms Equality Advisory Panel meeting held on 26 January 2021. The meeting included discussions on panel members' experiences related to equality issues, affordable accommodation, and grant support. Heather Trench presented the findings of the Cairngorms visitor survey, highlighting under-represented groups such as C2 and DE socioeconomic groups, Black Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) groups, and those with disabilities. The panel discussed ways to improve the survey and attract more diverse visitor groups to the Cairngorms National Park, including improving digital accessibility, increasing accessible facilities, and compiling helpful guides. The meeting also covered the Covid Equality Impact Assessment (EQIA) and the implementation of feedback within the Cairngorms National Park Authority (CNPA). The next meeting is scheduled for 23 February.