Board & Committees
The Board
- 23 Board Members run the National Park Authority, five people are elected by the community and 18 are chosen by the Scottish Government.
- They are led by a Convener and a Deputy Convener.
- They all stay in office for three to four years.
- The Board meets in public at least four times a year.
- Agendas and papers for Board meetings are posted on this site one week before each meeting.
- Board Members agree the overall direction of the National Park Authority. They also oversee the Chief Executive and the other employees.
Committees
- Planning and Access Committee - meets 10 times a year.
- Audit Committee meets four times a year.
By law, these two committees are required to meet.
Governance Groups
- Strategy Group
- Delivery Group
- People Group
These groups look at specific issues and bring back ideas to the full Board meetings. Each group is supported by a Lead Executive member of staff.
Other Groups
- Local Access Forum advises on duties and responsibilities under the Land Reform Act (Scotland) 2003.
- The Planning Forum helps people to get involved in the planning process.
- Other groups are set up as required, like the Headquarters Scrutiny Group.