240621ARCPaper6ARCCodeOfConductConsiderations

This document contains an update on the Cairngorms National Park Authority's Code of Conduct. The Park Authority's Code follows the Standards Commission for Scotland's model code, but needs updating to include provisions for handling quasi-judicial and regulatory matters. The Governance Committee reviewed this, and further changes to the code and related guidance are suggested. The Standards Commission held a hearing concerning a complaint against a former board member. The Park Authority will provide further training to board members on the Code of Conduct and will review its processes to ensure transparency.