Item 8 - Consultation on Compulsory Purchase Reform in Scotland

This document contains information for the Cairngorms National Park Authority Planning Committee about the Scottish Government's consultation on reforming compulsory purchase in Scotland. The consultation aims to modernize the system, making it simpler and fairer for public bodies and those affected. The Park Authority is asked to note the consultation and the proposed response from officers, who plan to focus on general questions. The consultation covers a range of topics, including Compulsory Purchase Orders (CPOs), compensation, and potential alternative powers, with the goal of simplifying procedures and improving transparency. The Park Authority officers will provide comments to the Scottish Government by 19 December 2025.