Appendix 5 – Response to [redacted]’s questions

This document contains the response to questions regarding the Cairngorms National Park Authority's (Park Authority) plans to translocate beavers into the National Park. The Cairngorms Nature beaver sub-group, established in 2017, is investigating the potential arrival of beavers. The Park Authority aims to take a lead role in an application to release beavers into the National Park, working with landowners, NatureScot and other stakeholders. The Park Authority is following NatureScot's guidance on beaver translocation and will monitor beaver activity and impacts, with mitigation measures in place if needed. The Scottish Beaver Strategy 2022-2045 guides the approach to beaver expansion and management. The document addresses questions about the number of release sites, beaver dispersal, population management, monitoring, and potential impacts on land managers and the environment.