190308AuCtteePaper1Annex1StrategicPlanningReport

This document contains the Cairngorms National Park Authority's November 2018 internal audit report on strategic planning. The audit found the strategic planning process to be well-designed and effectively implemented, providing substantial assurance to the Audit Committee and management. The report reviewed the alignment of the Corporate Plan with the Partnership Plan, noting the importance of clear communication and measurable objectives, and highlighted the need for better visual representations of progress towards goals. A court case from 2012 emphasizing the prioritization of conservation in case of conflicts was also discussed. The audit involved interviews and a review of documents, and the report's conclusion is that the processes and controls in place are sound and effective.