20240517ResourcesCtteePaper1andAnnex1_2024-25BudgetMonitoring

This document contains an overview of the Cairngorms National Park Authority's budget management position at the end of April for the 2024 / 25 financial year. The Resources Committee is being asked to consider the budget management position. The actual spend is 5% lower (£24k) than anticipated, and there have been no changes to the budget since March 2024. Investment in staff is a key part of the budget at £5.625 million, and the project costs relate to the Cairngorms 2030 programme. The budget also allows for performance-related pay increases. Running costs and operational plan expenditure are slightly under budget, and no money has been spent yet on peatland restoration. The budget for 'People' shows an overspend of £12k, relating to uniforms and equipment for ranger teams.