Peatland Standard Response 260826

This document contains the Cairngorms National Park Authority's feedback on Scotland's Peatland Standard, expressing strong support for it. As an important partner in peatland restoration through the Scottish Government's Peatland ACTION programme, the Park Authority highlights how restoring peatlands benefits both communities and nature within the Cairngorms National Park. They welcome the Standard for offering a clear, consistent framework that simplifies legal requirements and good practices, which will help staff and land managers navigate complex decisions. The Authority believes the Standard will improve restoration quality, encourage a common understanding of best practices, and provide a way to monitor long-term benefits, and they look forward to continuing their commitment to developing the programme.