May
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June 2022
A summary of the ideas and comments generated from this exercise can be read here: National parks - challenge exercise: summary analysis.
May 2022
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January 2023
A full report of the advice provided to Scottish Government, including details on the public consultation can be read here: National Parks Advice to Ministers.
February 2023
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September 2024
A summary of the feedback received, as well as the full consultation analysis, can be accessed here: New National Parks - appraisal framework consultation.
October 2023
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July 2024
The nominations were then appraised by a panel, against specific criteria set out in the published appraisal framework which had previously been consulted on. The final report detailing the appraisal process can be read here: Scotland's New National Park Appraisal Panel: final report.
Following this appraisal, the Scottish Government made a statutory proposal for a New National Park to be established in Galloway. They asked NatureScot to be the Reporter, to investigate the detail of the proposal and report public opinion. The full proposal can be read here: National Park in Galloway: proposal by Scottish Ministers.
September 2024 - October 2024
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In Progress
The reporting process has three main phases. The first is the Conversation phase and its purpose is to raise awareness of the proposal, listen to opinions, and work with the local community and organisations to design an effective consultation strategy and to draft proposals for November 2024.
November 2024
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Janaury 2025
January 2025
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April 2025
Spring 2025
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Spring 2026