Nominations have officially opened for Scotland’s next national park.
Communities and organisations have been asked to submit their plans to become the third national park – after Loch Lomond and the Trossachs, and the Cairngorms.The deadline for submissions is February 29, with applicants asked to demonstrate 'outstanding national importance due to natural or cultural heritage, a distinctive character and coherent identity, how national park status would meet the specific needs of the area, and evidence of local support for the proposal.
Speaking on a visit to Loch Lomond, Scottish Government minister Lorna Slater said: “Scotland’s national parks are among our greatest assets. “They also play a crucial role in tackling climate change and protecting our precious natural environment for future generations. “In May we invited early expressions of interest and we have already had a really positive response from communities and organisations across the length and breadth of the country. This is not at all surprising given just how much
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