New Deputy Convener for CNPA Planning Committee
New Deputy Convener for CNPA Planning Committee
The Board of the Cairngorms National Park Authority (CNPA) has elected a new Deputy Convener for the organisation’s Planning Committee.
At a meeting of members in Kingussie (Friday 22 October), Aberdeenshire councillor Bruce Luffman was elected as Deputy Convener of the Planning Committee while Andrew Thin was re-elected as the Committee’s Convener.
Mr Luffman replaces fellow Aberdeenshire councillor Peter Argyll who previously held the position, prior to standing down from the Board of the CNPA in September.
Speaking after the meeting, Mr Luffman said: “I am delighted to be elected as Deputy Convener of the Planning Committee. The Park Authority’s planning function is unique in the UK and is a real opportunity for us to lead the way and establish best practice.”
Alert
Relevant alerts
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There is an ongoing wildfire situation at Glenmore within the Cairngorms National Park. Click here for all the latest. We would encourage members of the public to follow current guidance and be aware that the situation may change.
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Very high fire risk - 15 to 20 July
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has issued a very high wildfire warning impacting areas of the National Park on Wednesday 15 until Monday 20 July. If you are out and about in the Cairngorms National Park please observe the following guidance:
- Do not light any fire or barbecue, in line with the new fire byelaw
- Always ensure cigarettes are fully extinguished and take your litter (including glass) away with you
- Enjoy the outdoors responsibly - most wildfires are caused by human activity
- Stay alert - with dry vegetation and warm weather, fires can start easily, spread rapidly, and burn intensely
- If you see a wildfire, dial 999
For further updates on wildfire risk across Scotland, visit the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service website. To find out more about the fire byelaw, and to see your questions answered, visit our fire byelaw page here.