Draft Formal Board Minutes - 27 March 2026

This document contains the draft minutes from the Cairngorms National Park Authority's Formal Board meeting on 27 March 2026, where members discussed various key topics. The meeting covered updates on past actions, including progress on fire bylaws, path improvements, and the Capercaillie Emergency Plan. Board members reviewed and approved the 2026/27 budget, which is the largest in the National Park's history, and debated matters like business support for local micro-businesses and managing inflationary pressures. Discussions also focused on the Cairngorms 2030 Communities Fund, particularly ensuring transparency and effective risk management within its co-designed approach. Furthermore, the Board approved a formal public consultation for the updated Core Paths Plan, addressing concerns about path maintenance, safety, and specific route developments. Finally, the meeting noted the timetable for forthcoming Board elections and reviewed previous committee minutes.