230908CNPABdPaper2NPPPAnnualUpdate

This document contains an annual update on the National Park Partnership Plan for the Cairngorms National Park, prepared by Gavin Miles, Head of Strategic Planning, and dated 8 September 2023. The report summarizes the monitoring framework and identifies key areas showing progress after the first year of the plan's implementation. It highlights achievements under the themes of Nature, People, and Place, noting advancements in peatland restoration, rare species reinforcement, community projects, affordable housing, and sustainable tourism. The Cairngorms National Park board is asked to note the progress summarized in the document. The report also outlines future steps, including continued work by partners, ongoing monitoring, and broader communication of progress to local communities.