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Authority in publicising the Scottish
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To support the provision of appropriate
Outdoor Access Code.
infrastructure that improves responsible
To promote discussion and the sharing
access to the countryside for all.
of knowledge, awareness and good practice
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in outdoor access matters.
Cairngorms Equalities
Advisory Panel
The Park Authority is fully committed to improving
equality, accessibility and inclusion in all areas of
of outdoor access disputes.
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individuals with expertise in education, community
with the Equality Act 2010 (and other
relevant equality legislation).
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corporate processes.
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Authority decisions on equality
groups through robust equality impact
health and social care, gender, LGBTQ+ advocacy
feedback, guidance and advice to support
the Park Authority to:
Critically assess and appropriately
mitigate the impact of Park
poverty and socio-economic disadvantage,
The forum provides informed, evidence-based
Embed equality and inclusion in the
Park Authority’s strategies and
representation, disability advocacy, mental health,
and working with ethnic minority communities.
Ensure statutory public sector equality
duties are delivered in accordance
its work. In September 2020, the Park Authority
established the Equality Advisory Panel, made up of
To offer advice that will assist in the resolution
assessment procedures.
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Ensure best practice in equality and inclusion
approaches to the Park Authority’s work.
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Promote the equality and inclusion
work of the Park Authority and partners
within the National Park.
Image of a snowboarder on Cairngorm Mountain by Paul Tomkins / VisitScotland
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