211029_PerformanceCttee_Paper 5_HeritageHorizons

This document contains an update on the Heritage Horizons: Cairngorms 2030 Programme. The Cairngorms National Park Authority (Park Authority) was awarded £1.7 million from the National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF) to complete the development phase of the programme, with a total budget of £3.8 million. This phase involves engaging residents, businesses, and visitors to tackle climate, nature, and public health emergencies. The Park Authority has completed the project initiation stage with the NLHF, and the programme's communication and consultation plan is expected by the end of December 2021. The Heritage Horizons Programme Board and Advisory Panel have been appointed. The Heritage Horizons Programme Governance Plan and the preliminary 2-year development phase cash flow plan has been approved by the NLHF. Key personnel have been appointed, including David Clyne as Head of Service and Lynn Anderson as Programme Delivery Officer, and recruitment is underway for other positions. Consultancy tenders are being revised and partnership agreements will be complete by the end of December 2021. According to senior managers, there are no matters of strategic significance that need escalation at this time.