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Cairngorm funicular railway
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Published: Tuesday 24 Feb 2026 (PAS062026R01)
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Introduction
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Governance and oversight
Transparency and accountability
Financial management and operational reliability
Management financial risks of closures and maintenance
Prevention of future structural failures and operational reliability
Economic and community impact
Local employment, economic growth and long-term economic impact
Means of engagement with local community
Future Strategy
Transforming Cairngorm mountain into a year-round destination
Balancing environmental sustainability with economic development
Annexe A: Note of Meeting, 17th/ 18th November 2025
Annexe B: Extract of Minutes
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