Paul Gibb
- Appointment term: March 2023 - March 2027
- Appointed via local election
- Committee membership: Audit and Risk Committee
- Committee Deputy Convener: Planning Committee
- External representation: Not applicable
Paul Gibb is the community representative for electoral ward five of the Cairngorms National Park covering areas of Aberdeenshire, Angus and Perth and Kinross. Communities in this ward include Ballater and Braemar.
Paul is a geologist and has worked in the oil and gas industry for over 30 years. Currently resident in Aberdeenshire, Paul has lived for a significant number of years in continental Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Paul’s experience managing his own business and his time as an Aberdeenshire Councillor has given him a broad understanding of the needs of residents and businesses. He is keen to support the local economy, including addressing areas such as affordable housing and improved transport links, and is interested in exploring options for improved long-term catchment management for both the Dee and the Don rivers.
Get in touch
You can contact the Park Authority board by emailing [email protected] or calling 01479 873 535. Please note that board members are not able to respond on live planning matters.
Register of interests:
Category 1: Remuneration
- Managing Director of Coutts Gibb Ltd
- Consultant Geologist at Geotechnical Solution and Services
Category 2: Other roles
- None
Category 3: Contracts
- None
Category 4: Election expenses
- None
Category 5: Houses, land and buildings
- None
Category 6: Interest in shares and securities
- Own 70% shares in Coutts Gibb Ltd
Category 7: Gifts and hospitality
- None
Category 8: Non-financial interests
- None
Category 9: Close family members
- None
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The new fire byelaw
How the Cairngorms National Park Authority and its partners are tackling the threat of wildfires, including details on the recreational fire management byelaw, in place from 1 April to 30 September each year.
Wildlife
The Cairngorms National Park is home to a quarter of the UK’s rare and endangered species. Its rich habitats are a haven for an array of wildlife, from iconic birds to elusive plants and flowers.
What we do
From pioneering conservation projects to community engagement and active travel, find out more about the range of work happening across the National Park.
Relevant alerts
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The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has issued a wildfire warning impacting areas of the National Park on Friday 29 May until Monday 1 June. 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.