Formal board meeting - paper 1: CEO report - 28 November 2025

This document contains the CEO and Convener updates for the Cairngorms National Park Authority board meeting on 28 November 2025. The CEO report highlights ongoing work related to nature and climate change, including wildfire management, peatland restoration, and the Nature Restoration Fund. It also covers planning and place initiatives like path improvements, core path plan review, and local access forum activities. The report details visitor infrastructure enhancements, accessibility improvements, ranger services, cycling and behavior change programs, public transport improvements, local development plan progress, and planning casework. Communication and engagement activities, such as events, business partnerships, and cultural heritage initiatives, are also mentioned, along with updates on corporate communications and social media. Finally, it provides updates on staffing, organizational development, procurement, and equality. The Convener's update summarizes meetings and events attended, focusing on active travel, community wealth building, environmental issues, biodiversity targets, and business partnerships.