250214Paper1SeasonalFireManagementByelaw

This document contains a paper for the Cairngorms National Park Authority board, dated 14 February 2025, regarding a seasonal fire management byelaw. It outlines the strategic context, including the National Park Partnership Plan's focus on fire management and reducing fire risk. A public consultation showed strong support for the byelaw, leading to a revised proposal for its wording. The board is asked to note the consultation responses and agree to submit the revised byelaw to Scottish Ministers for approval. Stakeholder engagement, particularly with Police Scotland and the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, has been undertaken. Implementing the byelaw will have resource implications, addressed in the draft budget for 2025/26. The document also summarizes the consultation responses, noting the level of support for the proposed wording and suggested changes. The revised byelaw removes high fire risk elements and will be accompanied by plain English guidance notes to ensure public understanding.