230623CNPABdPaper5FrameworkAgreement

This document contains information for the Cairngorms National Park Authority board regarding a proposed 'Framework Agreement' with the Scottish Government. This agreement will replace the Management Statement and Financial Memorandum (MSFM) as the key document governing the relationship between the two bodies. The board is asked to consider the document and raise any concerns, and if there are no concerns, agree to adopt the proposed Framework Agreement. The agreement is based on a standard model used by the Scottish Government for its relationships with Non Departmental Public Bodies (NDPBs), and aims to clarify the roles, responsibilities, and accountability between the Park Authority and the Scottish Government.