ARC Paper 2 Annex 1 Strategic Risk Register

This document contains a risk register outlining key challenges and their management for the Cairngorms National Park Authority. It addresses financial risks, such as public funding constraints and securing match funding for major programmes, alongside strategic delivery issues like ensuring sufficient powers for tackling wildlife crime and adapting to policy changes. The document also details risks related to the robustness of IT systems, cyber security, and the adequacy of business continuity plans. Furthermore, it highlights workforce challenges including skill gaps, competitive recruitment, staff morale due to pay, and ensuring staff capacity for delivering core objectives and large projects. For each risk, the document describes current mitigation efforts, planned actions, and their status, reflecting an ongoing effort to manage and reduce potential impacts on the Park Authority's operations and strategic goals.