231027BdPaper1NPConsultationCNPA

This document contains a formal board paper from the Cairngorms National Park Authority regarding the Scottish Government's consultation on legislative changes affecting Scotland's National Parks. The paper outlines 14 proposals in response to the consultation questions, focusing on biodiversity, climate change, and the role of National Park Authorities. These proposals aim to enhance the Park Authority's ability to meet challenges, strengthen community relationships, and improve the delivery of the National Park Partnership Plan. The board is being asked to agree to these 14 proposals outlined in the document.