Lake District National Park Partnership
10 March 2014
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MONITORING THE PARTNERSHIP’S PLAN: MONITORING REPORT ON PROGRESS ON
DELIVERING ACTIONS IN THE PARTNERSHIP’S PLAN AND RISKS
1
Summary
1.1
This monitoring report summarises progress on the Partnership’s Plan (the Plan) including
progress on actions and risks to delivering the Plan.
Recommendation that
the Partnership:
a
note progress on actions in the Plan in Annex 1;
b
agree proposed amendments to completion dates for
actions where delivery of the action continues;
c
agree the review of the risks associated with Partnership
activity in Annex 2 .
2
Background
2.1
The Partnership's Plan is the Management Plan for the Lake District National Park 2010 –
2015, co-ordinating partnership activity in the National Park. You agreed the annual
review of the Plan at the Partnership meeting on 2 December 2013.
2.2
In order to make progress towards delivering the Vision we must monitor progress on
delivering the Plan. This includes monitoring performance indicators and actions in the
Plan. Additionally, the risks to delivering the Plan need to be understood and managed.
2.3
The monitoring schedule for 2014–2015 currently includes reporting as follows:
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2.4
all actions to every Partnership meeting
risks every six months, in March and September
on performance indicators in December. This would have previously been done in
the State of the National Park Report in June, however as part of the proposal for
the five yearly review of the Plan, the indicators will be used to inform the actions
part of the Plan, which will be developed early in 2015.
This report gives:
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
an update on progress on the actions in the Partnership’s Plan (Annex 1)
an update on the status of our risks (Annex 2).
2.5
Sections 5 – 8 of this report summarise progress for each of the outcomes of the Vision.
3
Monitoring Progress on Actions in the Plan
3.1
Annex 1 gives an update on progress on each of the actions in the Plan. The lead partner
for each of the actions in the Plan has assessed how we are doing by assigning a status
as follows:
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3.2
complete - we have completed the action
green - we are likely to complete the action as things are going according to
schedule
amber - we may have problems completing the action as described, including
timescale and funding
red - we are very unlikely to complete the action as described, including timescale
and funding.
The effectiveness of monitoring is reliant on Partners submitting information, as requested
and we thank those Partners for sending us progress updates for actions they lead or are
significantly involved. A few actions have not been updated by the nominated lead. Where
this is the case those lead Partners should be prepared to give a further verbal update
where necessary.
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3.3
This first monitoring report on the prioritised actions in the Plan provides a very
encouraging picture of progress, showing 81 per cent (30 actions) on track for delivery,
according to the planned timescales and funding. However:

five actions are reported as amber due to a slip in timescales, funding or a risk of the
final outcome not being as expected, but all of these actions are still expected to be
completed.

two actions have a red status, (Action 21 and Action 26) - further details in 5 (below)
and Annex 1.
4
Risks to delivering the Partnership's Plan
4.1
The risks to delivering the Partnership's Plan have been reviewed by the Partnership Plan
Sub group, in light of the latest version of the Plan. Annex 2 contains a copy of these risks
and the risk matrix, which shows where the risks appear relative to the risk's likelihood
and impact. The tolerance line (separating the shaded and non-shaded areas) shows
whether a risk is currently managed at an acceptable level to the Partnership. The risk
table lists the risks, together with actions to help manage the risk below the tolerance line.
4.2
In summary the following changes to the risks are proposed:
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4.3
We believe therefore that this means there are three Partnership risks above tolerance,
with actions identified to manage them:
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4.4
Increase the likelihood of risk 7 ‘Performance monitoring does not reflect an
accurate picture to inform decision making’ which will make this risk above tolerance
Increase the likelihood of risk 11 ‘The current economic climate has a negative
impact on the Partnership, to significant.
risk 6 – Poor communications about the Partnership with partners, communities and
the media
risk 7 - Performance monitoring does not reflect an accurate picture to inform
decision making
risk 8 – Failure to deliver priority actions within the Partnership's Plan
The Partnership is asked to review the revised risks to:
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agree there are adequate action plans in place for risks that are above tolerance; that
is risks where the likelihood and impact are not managed to an acceptable level.
agree that those below tolerance should still remain at that level.
highlight any new risks that are not recorded or monitored.
5
Prosperous economy
5.1
Progress on our priorities is summarised in the table below.
Priority
Summary of Progress
To support and
develop profitable
farming and forestry
businesses whilst
delivering sustainable
land management,
across the National
Park
Four of the six actions have been reported as going according to
schedule i.e. status green. Progress on one action is yet to start, the
pilot to increase the management of undermanaged woods (Action 5).
Action 1 has an amber status due to unknowns around integration of
the RDPE, as progress continues, however it is expected that this action
will be completed by December 2014. Action 3 is considered Amber as
although the primary funding bid (the RGN) for the ‘Lake District on a
Plate’ project was unsuccessful, discussions are continuing and the
specific element of work, to promote Herdwick lamb, is progressing.
Some actions under this priority are currently reliant on funding bids
being pursued through the LEP.
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Priority
Summary of Progress
To strengthen the
rural economy of the
National Park
All but one of the actions that support this priority have a green status.
Action 12 shows an amber status due to an issue within Broadband
Delivery UK (BDUK), which Partners have no control over. Again, a
number of actions under this priority relate to LEP funding, greater
clarity on which is expected later in March. Work relating to Connecting
Cumbria is progressing according to schedule and discussions are
ongoing in relation to reaching those areas that won’t benefit from the
programme (Actions 9 &10). DCMS have also recently announced a
further UK wide investment into the roll out of Broadband, including
£2.86M for Cumbria
6
World class visitor experiences
6.1
Progress on our priorities is summarised in the table below:
Priority
Summary of Progress
To strengthen the
tourism sectors
across the National
Park
All actions are currently green, including a couple awaiting the LEP
outcome. Confirmation from DCMS to progress the World Heritage
application (Action 15) and a successful bid for funding from the Arts
Council/Visit England towards Cultural Tourism work (Action 16) are
particular highlights. Additionally, the Fix the Fells funding target has
been revised to £350,000 a year, as opposed to the £500,000 in the
Action (Action 18). Current funding means they have reached this new
figure.
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Vibrant communities
7.1
Progress on our priorities is summarised in the table below.
Priority
Summary of Progress
Develop an
integrated and
sustainable transport
network across the
National Park
All but one of the actions have a green status, although one action has
not yet started (Action 22). A paper for the LDNPP to agree the
intentions for movement for the remaining distinctive areas (Action 21)
will be presented in June instead of March as stated, which means a red
status. Therefore it is recommended to change the complete by date for
this action to June 2014. Work is ongoing to secure LSTF, LGF and
ESIF funding to continue the sustainable transport work that has been
taking place through GoLakes Travel (Action 23). Continuing progress
to co-ordinate car parking across the National Park with a strategy being
prepared (Action 24).
To facilitate the
delivery of affordable
and local needs
housing opportunities
through the National
Park
Mixed progress here. Action 25 the proposal for planning controls on
holiday homes has an amber status due to a slight time lag caused by
additional local consultation. Action 26 has a red status as the LEP
work and growth funding proposal, envisaged by this action when
drafted, focusses on enabling affordable housing outside the National
Park. This is unlikely to change. However the District Housing
Authorities have promoted the affordable housing sites in the Allocations
Plan and several are being actively pursued by Housing Associations,
which gives Action 27 a green status.
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Spectacular landscape, wildlife and cultural heritage
8.1
Progress on our priorities is summarised in the table below.
Priority
Summary of Progress
Develop valley
planning, looking at
social, economic and
environmental needs
and opportunities
across the National
Park
This priority is progressing well, with all but one action achieving green
status. The amber status for Action 28 is due to a delay in finalising the
annual action plan for the Ullswater Valley Plan. This aside, the plan is
in its final draft and a review of the valley planning process has taken
place, to inform recommendations for next steps (Action 30) being
taken to the Partnership in March. Work will commence in June 2014 to
look into establishing a definitive evidence base to measure whether the
valley planning actions contribute to effective delivery of the Vision
(Action 31).
Improve the natural
environment of the
National Park
All actions are currently green for this priority. The Cumbria Local Nature
Partnership and it’s shadow board are leading and progressing two
actions (Actions 32 and 33), both of which are making headway in
developing a strategy and annual action plan as well as an improved
evidence base for biodiversity in the National Park and across the
county. The Lake District Still Waters Partnership are on target to
complete Action 34 and have been working to assess and rank the
quality of lakes and tarns in the National Park.
To lead climate
change strategy and
carbon reduction in
the National Park
All actions are currently green for this priority and expect to meet their
target completion date. Nurture Lakeland are leading work that delivers
low carbon and energy efficient activity within the tourism sector
(Actions 35), including the Low Carbon Cottages project which is
underway. A pilot carbon brokering service is underway (Action 36), led
by the LDNPA, who are also recruiting a volunteer/student to monitor
the total carbon savings from renewable energy installations, energy
efficiency improvements and land management practices across the
Lake District (Action 37).
Author/Post
Jessica Lawson, Partnership Administrator, LDNPA
Date Written
19 February 2014
Lake District National Park Partnership
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Action
Complete by
month/year
Lead
Partner
Other Partners
Resources
(staff/
funding)
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Progress Update February 2014
Status
Supporting information
Prosperous Economy
Partnership Priority 2014-2015: To support and develop profitable farming and forestry businesses whilst delivering sustainable land
management, across the National Park
Intention: Profitable and resilient farming and forestry businesses will maintain and enhance the natural environment, delivering a wide range of high quality
ecosystem services
Update provided by LDNPA
RDPE 2015-2020 will function through four main
strands:
 New Environmental Land Management
Natural
Secure for Cumbria and
Scheme (NELMS);
England,
the Lake District National
Forestry
 LEADER;
Park a high value and
Commission,
Existing
 Farm and Forestry Productivity Scheme, and;
integrated RDPE 2015Amber  Local Growth Programme.
Dec-14
CCC
LDNPA, LEP,
partner
1
2020. (including
Cumbria RDPE resources
There is a still a significant need for all partners
environmental priorities
LAGS, Farming
involved in Cumbria to ensure that the four
and alignment with the
and Forestry
strands of RDPE join-up through a shared
LEP Growth Strategy)
Task Force
Cumbrian strategy and delivery approach, and
because of this risk, this action has an amber
status. This will be addressed by the key partners
over the coming months.
Agree a programme of
Staffing
action to increase market
and
Update provided by LDNPA
payments for farming
Farming
Nurture
funding to
RSPB are leading partners in a pilot project to
businesses to manage
and
Lakeland,
be
develop an options appraisal of supplying,
high quality ecosystem
Sep-14
Forestry
LDNPA, Natural confirmed Green
2
marketing and selling packages of ecosystem
services, including carbon
Task Force
England, UU,
(approx.
services from the Lake District National Park.
storage, visitor giving,
(NFU)
LEP
£10k
Report on pilot expected in April 2014.
water and renewable
funding
energy
required)
Funding to
This action status is amber as the funding bid was
Develop initiatives which
NFU LDNPA,
be
unsuccessful (13 February) to the Rural Growth
strengthen the market for
Farming and
confirmed
Network pilot. However, further options, through
premium farm products
Cumbria
Amber the RGN are being pursued and the Herdwick
Jul-14
Forestry Task
(approx.
3
such as the local food and
Tourism
Force, LEP,
£47,500
programme to promote wider awareness of the
drink project "Lake District
BTF
funding
product and increase farm/retail contracts is
on a plate"
required)
progressing well.
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5
6
Agree a business case to
increase farm and forestry
skills (among young
people), including the
establishment of
'Knowledge Hubs' and a
'Fell Futures'
apprenticeships type
model
Develop a pilot project,
based in one Distinctive
Area of the Lake District,
to increase the
management of
undermanaged woods
Agree a partnership
approach to disease
management for larch and
ash (highest risk species)
in the Lake District
Agenda item: 5
Annex 1 Page 2
Dec-14
Farming
and
Forestry
Task Force
(NFU)
Jun-15
Farming
and
Forestry
Task Force
(FC)
Jun-14
FC
Farmer
Network,
Askham Bryan
College, Centre
for Uplands,
NFU, CCC, NT,
UU, EA, FC,
LEP,LDNPA
NE, NT,
Cumbria
Woodlands,
LDNPA,
woodland
owners
Farming and
Forestry Task
Force, NT,
LDNPA, NE,
Cumbria
Woodlands,
woodland
owners
Existing
partner
resources
Green
Update provided by LDNPA
Newton Rigg College, The Farmer Network and
LDNPA have submitted a programme bid for
European funds through the Local Enterprise
Partnership’s Strategic Economic Plan and
European Structural and Investment Funds Plan.
This will need finalising by the end of March 2014.
It may also be relevant for the next LEADER
programme.
Existing
partner
resources
Green
No action as yet but work still anticipated to be
completed by June 2015.
Existing
partner
resources
Green
Cumbria Tree Health Group (with others)
considering the issues and advocating the way(s)
forward.
Partnership Priority 2014-2015: To strengthen the rural economy of the National Park
Intention: Environmentally conscious economic growth bringing about a more diverse, higher skilled, higher wage economy whose infrastructure and
network is better connected.
Develop a programme of
activity eligible for LEP
LEP, CCC,
funding, to stimulate
A variety of programmes have been submitted to
private sector,
Existing
economic growth within
the LEP's appointed consultants Mott Macdonald
Green
7
Mar-14
LDNPA
LDNPA, CCC,
partner
the National Park, through
in line with the draft Strategic Economic Plan.
CT, NT, EA, FC, resources
projects focussed on the
Prioritisation of programmes to follow.
NFU
rural and visitor
economies
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Secure development of
allocated employment
sites within Distinctive
Areas of the Lake District,
to create key business
'growth hubs' in Rural
Service Centres
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Jun-15
LDNPA
9
Deliver superfast
broadband to those Lake
District areas identified
through Connecting
Cumbria
10
Agree a programme of
support to deliver
superfast broadband to
the remaining areas of the
Lake District not covered
by the Connecting
Cumbria
Jun-14
CCC
11
Develop a project plan
which delivers open Wi-Fi
to the Lake Districts most
visited settlements
Jun-15
CT
Dec-15
CCC
CCC, private
sector, LEP,
BTF
CCP Board,
LDNPP,
Broadband
Champions and
Hub
Coordinators,
BTF
LDNPP, CCP
Board,
Broadband
Champions and
Hub
Coordinators,
LDNPP, BTF
LEP, CCC,
LDNPA, District
Councils,
Private Sector,
BTF
Existing
partner
resource
Green
Rural Growth Network' programme submitted to
LEP's consultants Mott Macdonald for evaluation prioritisation of programmes to follow. If
unsuccessful, proactive development
management will be used to stimulate
development.
Existing
partner
resources
Green
The program is defined and the dates will be
confirmed on a six month horizon.
Staffing
and
funding to
be
confirmed
Green
CCC has met with various community groups to
discuss options for the areas least likely to
receive Superfast Broadband. These discussions
are on-going.
Existing
partner
resources
Green
Proposal for Cumbria LEP funding prepared.
SLDC introducing Wi-Fi hot spots in Kendal as
pilot.
Amber
LDNP engaged quickly and fully with the program
last year. Broadband Delivery UK (BDUK) have a
national issue over the transmission costs which
is being discussed within BDUK and is delaying
the program. We have no visibility of when this is
likely to be resolved but are in regular contact with
BDUK.
Green
Broad proposal prepared for hotel school in Lake
District in conjunction with Kendal College.
Cumbria LEP to consider in March.
12
Deliver the Mobile Phone
Infrastructure Programme
(MIP) to the agreed
timetable
Mar-15
CCC
LDNPA, Parish
Councils, private
landowners
Existing
partners
resources.
(DCLG
funded
plus
LDNPA
PPA
arrangem
ents)
13
Develop a project plan to
improve skills in the
hospitality sector to benefit
the Lake District
Jun-14
CT
CCC, UoC,
SLDC, LEP
Staffing to
be
confirmed
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World Class Visitor Experiences
Partnership Priority 2014- 2015: To strengthen the tourism sectors across the National Park
Intention: To extend the quality and international appeal of the Lake District as a visitor destination
Establish a new
Partnership Delivery
Group to oversee
implementation of the
Cumbria Countryside
LDNPA,
Existing
Green
14
Access and Recreation
Jun-14
CCC
YDNPA, CT,
partner
Strategy, agree priority
NT, FC, LAF
resources
projects for the Lake
District and secure
Partnership commitment
to deliver them
Submit an application
(Nomination document
and Management Plan) to
WHS
DCMS as part of process
Project
Existing
to secure Lakes World
Manageme
Green
15
May-15
partner
Heritage Site inscription
nt Group
resources
for 2017 from UNESCO
(FC &
(subject to success of
LDNPA)
technical evaluation
submitted October 2013)
Agree a Cultural Tourism
SLDC, LDNP,
Strategy and action plan
Arts Council,
for Cumbria and the Lake
Cultural
Existing
District, to improve the
Cumbria
Green
16
Apr-14
Organisations,
partner
attractiveness of the Lake
Tourism
Sport England
resources
District as a cultural
and NGB's,
destination to all visitors
BTF, NT, FC
(and to underpin WHS bid)
Secure funding for an
agreed international
Existing
marketing campaign for
Cumbria
Green
17
Jun-14
LDNPP, LEP
partner
the contemporary cultural
Tourism
resources
and adventure offer of the
Lake District
Update provided by LDNPA
Part one of the Cumbria Countryside Access and
Recreation Strategy will be going to the Cumbria
County Council Cabinet on 2 April. This is the
strategic background of the plan. The detail of
plan along with the priorities will be complete by
June 2014.
Technical Evaluation successful and government
has chosen Lake District as UK's World Heritage
nomination in 2016. Draft project plan completed
Jan 2014.
Application for Cultural Destinations funding to
Arts Council/Visit England approved. Preparation
of Cultural Tourism Strategy and Action Plan to
progress in April 2014.
Proposal for LEP funding in preparation. To be
considered in March 2014.
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19
20
Secure year on year
funding (£500K pa) to
ensure continuation of the
annual Fix the Fells
programme of upland path
repair in the Lake District
Agree a business case to
further increase the
quality, range and
performance of tourism
accommodation and
attractions within the Lake
District
Develop a project plan that
will facilitate improvements
to Bowness Bay and the
Glebe in line with its site
allocation
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Mar-15
NT
LDNPA, FLD,
CCC, NL, NE.
Existing
partner
resources
Jan-15
CT
BTF, LEP
Existing
partner
resources
LDNPA
SLDC, CCC,
LEP
Existing
partner
resources
Mar-15
Green
As opposed to what is stated in the actions, it is
actually the aim to raise £350k per year (the Fix
the Fells Board agreed this figure last year).
However, so far £408,000 has been raised this
year, so well on the way to meet the higher target.
Green
Destination Enhancement Programme being
designed with a view to attracting LEP resources.
Bid to be considered in March 2014.
Green
Allocations Plan is adopted, incorporating a policy
framework for Bowness Bay and The Glebe.
Project development is scheduled for 2014/15 Q3
onwards.
Vibrant Communities
Partnership Priority 2014-2015: Develop an integrated and sustainable transport network across the National Park
Intention: People will be able to make the journeys they require by attractive and affordable means with least environmental impact
It has been agreed that these intentions for
Agree ‘Intentions for
LEP, CCC,
movement will go to the LDNPP in June instead
Movement’ for sustainable
ACT, CALC,
Existing
of March.
Red
21
travel within each
Mar-14
LDNPA
Parish Councils,
partner
It is therefore recommended that the complete
Distinctive Area of the
Community
resources
by date be changed to June 2014 to reflect
Lake District
Groups
this.
Agree a programme for
improving sustainable
Existing
travel to and from Cumbria
LEP, LDNPA,
Green No action as yet.
22
Sep-14
CCC
partner
and the Lake District
CT
resources
together with a plan for its
implementation
Update provided by LDNPA
Agree a delivery
programme of
CCC and LDNPA working to secure LSTF, LGF
LDNPA, CCC,
Existing
transformational transport
and ESIF funding to deliver a sustainable
Green
23
Mar-15
CCC
LEP, CT, District
partner
projects, including rail, for
transport programme to provide effective hubs
Councils, CALC resources
Cumbria and the Lake
and corridors, increasing international appeal an
District
ease of travel to and between destinations
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Agree a strategy to
coordinate car parking
across the Lake District
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Dec-15
Cumbria
Tourism
LDNPA, District
Councils, CALC,
NT, FC, CCC,
BTF
Existing
partner
resources
Green
Strategy Planning Workshop with partners on 6th
February 2014. Draft strategy being prepared for
consideration by Districts and operators.
Partnership Priority 2014-2015: Facilitate the delivery of affordable and local needs housing opportunities across the National Park
Intention: An increased stock of local and affordable housing
25
To submit an agreed
proposal for planning
controls to limit holiday
home ownership (second
homes and holiday lets) to
DCLG
26
To secure LEP funding to
enable and support
economic growth,
increasing the availability
of housing that people can
afford
27
Secure the development
of allocated housing sites
to contribute to meeting
local affordable housing
needs in all Distinctive
Areas
Mar-14
SLDC
LDNPA,
Cumbria
Housing
Executive
Mar-14
Cumbria
Housing
Executive
(SLDC)
LEP, HCA,
LDNPA, HA's
Housing
Authorities
Existing
partner
resources
LDNPA
District
Councils,
Housing
Authorities,
Private
developers, LEP
Existing
partner
resources
Mar-15
Existing
partner
resources
Amber
Red
Green
SLDC is preparing the submission under the
Sustainable Communities Act. An Advocacy
paper has been commissioned. Further
stakeholder meetings are due to take place in
early March with the Lake District Business Task
Force and the South Lakeland CALC. It is likely
that the submission will be made in April and the
status of this action is amber to reflect this.
Increased delivery of affordable and open market
housing, enabling economic growth, particularly in
the east of Cumbria has been recognised in the
Strategic Economic Plan. The Plan is focussed on
securing infrastructure investment which will
improve the delivery of housing.
The resultant references in the SEP are not as
envisaged by this action when drafted. Growth
funding which may enable affordable housing is
currently focussed outside the NP.
Allocations Plan adopted November 2013,
identifying sites for Affordable Housing. The
District Housing Authorities have promoted the
sites and several are being actively pursued by
Housing Associations
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Spectacular Landscape, Wildlife and Cultural Heritage
Partnership Priority 2014-2015: Develop valley planning, looking at social, economic and environmental needs and opportunities
across the National Park
Intention: The National Park Vision interpreted and delivered on the ground in defined localities through the effective engagement, commitment and
collaboration of partners and communities.
Valley Plan currently in draft format. The annual
Produce the pilot valley
Ullswater VP
Existing
action plans need to be drafted. The plan will be
plan for Ullswater and
VPLMSG
Steering Group.
Amber going to LDNPP and LDNPA Authority in March.
28
Feb-14
partner
implement the initial
(LDNPA)
LDNPA, EA, NT,
resources
The annual action plan finalised end of March
annual action plan
NE, NFU
2014, hence the amber status.
Agree and commence
delivery of priority habitat
Ullswater VP
restoration and creation
Steering Group,
Existing
To be discussed primarily at the next Steering
opportunities between
VPLMSG
Green Group meeting in March 2014 and carried forward
29
Sep-14
Farming and
partner
partners and with local
(LDNPA)
Forestry Task
resources
into annual action plans.
communities within the
Force
Ullswater valley planning
process
Agree next steps for the
valley planning process in
Existing
Full review of the Ullswater pilot and future role of
VPLMSG
Ullswater VP
Green the VPLMSG will be presented to LDNPP and
30 the Lake District, based on
Mar-14
partner
(LDNPA)
Steering Group
a full review of the
resources
LDNPA Authority in March 2014.
Ullswater pilot
Establishing a definitive
evidence base from the
State of Park Report and
other Partner indicators
Existing
that can be understood
VPLMSG
To be discussed at the VPLMSG and Ullswater
Green
31
Sep-14
partner
locally within valleys to
(LDNPA)
VP Steering Group in June 2014.
resources
measure whether the
valley planning actions
contribute to effective
delivery of the Vision
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Partnership Priority 2014-2015: Improve the natural environment of the National Park
Intention: A healthy, diverse and high quality biodiversity and water environment
32
Agree strategic priorities
for the natural
environment for Cumbria
including the Lake District
and agree an annual
biodiversity action plan for
the Lake District
33
Establish a project to
improve the biodiversity
evidence base including
an approach to actionrecording and reporting
within Cumbria and the
Lake District
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Agree a collaborative
strategic programme of
activity to deliver defined
improvements to the water
environment based on
robust evidence
Sep-14
Local
Nature
Partnership
(CWT)
Jun-14
Local
Nature
Partnership
(CWT)
Dec-14
LDSWP
(Environme
nt Agency)
LDNPP
Staffing
and
funding to
be
confirmed
Green
LDNPP
Staffing
and
funding to
be
confirmed
Green
LDNPP
Existing
partner
resources
Green
The Cumbria Local Nature Partnership (CLNP)
Board has been recruited and is meeting in March
(final date to be confirmed). As part of this
meeting we will be looking to instigate actions that
begin the process of identifying what the natural
environment strategic priorities for Cumbria and
the Park and should be. Following this meeting
we will be able to progress this action further.
The Shadow Board of the CLNP has set up a
Data Thematic Group that is examining the
existing biodiversity evidence base for Cumbria
and the Park. This will mainly focus on how to
improve the new Single Habitats Layer that is
utilised at a local and national level and produced
by NE. In addition to identifying and filling gaps in
data and mapping there is also a need to identify
the best mechanism for enabling new and
previously unutilised data and mapping to be
incorporated into the Single Habitats Layer. The
current recommended system for action reporting
is the Biodiversity Action Reporting System
(BARS) however this is underutilised and many
potential contributors are either unaware of its
existence, don`t know how to use it or haven’t the
time to contribute. This issue has been raised at
the Shadow Board of the CLNP and the Data
Thematic Group will also examine this issue.
This action is on target. The partnership has been
working to assess the confidence levels of the
condition of the lakes and tarns and is working to
rank them as part of a process of identifying
priorities.
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Partnership Priority 2014-2015: To lead climate change strategy and carbon reduction in the National Park
Intention: To reduce the Lake District's carbon budget by at least 1% a year every year, build resilience to the impacts of climate change and be recognised
as leaders in developing a comprehensive local response to climate change.
Agree a business case
Staffing
The Low Carbon Cottages project is well under
and secure funding for a
Climate Change
and
way. A study group has been set up and is being
project that promotes and
Nurture
Subgroup,
Sep-14
funding to Green monitored. Behaviour-change research is under
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delivers low carbon and
Lakeland
Business Task
be
way, retrofitting has begun along with life-cycle
energy efficient activity
Force
confirmed
analysis of retrofit materials.
within the tourism sector
A pilot carbon brokering service is operating to
Climate Change
Agree a business case for
inform the business case. A 15ha woodland
Subgroup,
a carbon brokering service
creation site is confirmed, with others in the
Farming and
- to promote carbonExisting
pipeline. An application for one to three peatland
Forestry Task
Green restoration sites has been submitted for the
friendly farming and
Sep-14
LDNPA
partner
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Force, Cumbria
forestry practices amongst
resources
national pilot phase of the Peatland Code. Work is
Wildlife Trust,
land managers and
due to begin on seeking business donors for
Peat
potential business donors
these schemes, and getting the woodland
Partnership
schemes certified to enable the sale of carbon.
Establish and implement a
project to monitor the total
carbon savings from
renewable energy
Existing
We are about to recruit a volunteer / student
Climate Change
Green placement to carry out the renewables
installations, energy
Jun-14
LDNPA
partner
37
sub-group
efficiency improvements
resources
assessment.
and land management
practices across the Lake
District
Key
Complete
Green
Amber
Red
We have completed the action
We are likely to complete the action as things are going according to
schedule
We may have problems completing the action as described, including
timescale and funding
We are very unlikely to complete the action as described, including
timescale and funding.
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Annex 2 Page 1
PARTNERSHIP RISK
Very High

High
Likelihood

11
Significant
6,7,8
Low
9,10
Very Low
Almost
Impossible
Negligible
Marginal
Impact
Critical
→
Catastrophic
Lake District National Park Partnership
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Agenda item: 5
Annex 2 Page 2
Action owner
Risk owner
Sub Group
Partnership
Update/next
steps
Tolerance
level
likelihood
Impact
Consequence
Negative and disruptive PR in the
media
Update

Damage to the reputation of the
Partnership

Organisations in the Partnership
lose their good reputation in
communities


-
Above
Significant
Poor
communications
about the
Partnership with
partners,
communities
and the media
Critical
6
Risk #
Risk No
Risks are described as above tolerance if it is deemed that not managing them effectively could have a negative impact on the Partnership, as
the combined likelihood and impact are too high. Actions were put in place for risks above tolerance to either manage the risk to below
tolerance or to remove the risk entirely. Those shown below are those deemed above tolerance, showing updates and next steps.
-
A Communications Guide exists for partner
reference
A post meeting ‘Digest’ is now produced for
partner use. It is also sent to all Lake District
Parish Councils for awareness
A Summary of priorities 2014-15 has been
produced
A new communications subgroup has been
set up. Their primary objective is:
To promote the outcomes of the partnership
Raising the profile and awareness of the
partnership and its plans
To increase staff awareness and confidence
in the delivery of the partnership within the
partnership organisation
To build high levels of trust and confidence
in our communities (residents and
businesses) and with Government, that the
Partnership is the right approach and
effective (has the greatest impact)
To support external funding and investment
opportunities
Action owner
Risk owner
Sub Group
Sub Group
Update/next
steps
Tolerance
level
likelihood
Agenda item: 5
Annex 2 Page 3
Impact
Consequence
Risk #
Risk No
Lake District National Park Partnership
10 March 2014
Next Steps

Lack of performance measures to
monitor aspects of the work of the
Partnership and the special
qualities of the National Park
make it harder to see progress
and make informed decisions
relating to actions in the
Partnership's Plan.



An updated set of Indicators of Success have
been agreed as part of the new Plan 2014-15
The new Plan includes actions which seek to
improve the evidence base in areas of priority
partnership work e.g. biodiversity, water quality,
carbon savings from renewable energy, energy
efficiency improvements and land management
practices
Monitoring delivery of Priority plan actions
(only) will not provide comprehensive picture of
progress against special qualities
Next Steps
Below

Significant
Performance
monitoring does
not reflect an
accurate picture
to inform
decision making
Critical
7
To share proposals for the group with the
Partnership (March)
 Instigate actions arising from the group,
monitor their impact and effect
Update

Whilst it is being managed effectively at
present, based on existing Plan priorities, a
comprehensive review of monitoring
requirements will be integral to the production
of the next iteration of the Partnership's Plan.
Partners continue to provide relevant data to
allow analysis of trends over time
Action owner
Risk owner
Sub Group
Partnership
Update/next
steps
Tolerance
level
likelihood
Impact
Consequence
Negative external relations for all
partners.
Update

The reputation of the Partnership
will be damaged.
An existing quarterly monitoring process exists,
including an opportunity for Partnership
challenge on poor performance. The
Partnership is advised where timescales for
delivery are revised
The external fundraising group of the
Partnership have identified those actions where
funding gaps and funding opportunities exist
Progress towards achieving the
Vision will be slower.

Failure to deliver priority actions
within the Plan may negatively
impact on the Partnership’s ability
to raise funds for other actions
within the plan.
Next Steps

Above
Significant
Failure to
deliver priority
actions within
the
Partnership's
Plan
Agenda item: 5
Annex 2 Page 4
Critical
8
Risk #
Risk No
Lake District National Park Partnership
10 March 2014
Investigations are on-going into a performance
indicator for timeliness of actions delivery.
Recommend that this risk remains above
tolerance
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10 March 2014
Agenda item: 5
Annex 2 Page 5
Action owner
Risk owner
Sub Group
Partnership
Update/next
steps
Tolerance
level
likelihood
Impact
Consequence
Lack of commitment from partners
will have a negative impact on the
Partnership’s Vision and other
partners.
Update

A new MOU, including Partnership values, sets
out expectations and ways of working to help
ensure delivery.
 An extended review process and a mutually
agreed set of priorities (only) for 2014 -15, has
not exposed any commitment issues
Next Steps

Below

Low
Lack of
commitment
from partners
Critical
9
Risk #
Risk No
These actions were deemed below tolerance as they are currently at an acceptable level of likelihood and impact that have been identified
from previous risk assessment processes. Despite being below tolerance, actions were put in place to ensure they remained so. Those shown
below are those deemed below tolerance showing updates and next steps.

Ensure partners continue to report their
performance data and progress against
relevant priority actions, even if it is not
positive.
Encourage the Partnership to hold partners to
account on poor or non-delivery of actions and
offer support, where necessary.
Use the monitoring process to review
commitment to action delivery in line with
Partnership improvement work
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10 March 2014
The Partnership and its sub-groups are
not operating effectively to deliver the
Partnership's Plan.
Update

Progress towards the Vision for the
National Park is not as expected.
Next Steps
Sub Group
Below
The budgets of many organisations in
the Partnership are dependent on
public funding, from Government or
donations, and these budgets continue
to be affected by the difficult economic
climate.
Update

An extended annual review period has
provided additional opportunity for
partners to put resources in place to
ensure relevant action delivery.
 The MOU acknowledges that partners
will pursue Partnership aims and
priorities as far as practical.
Notwithstanding unforeseen financial
constraints.
Next Steps
Below

High
Marginal
The current
economic
climate has a
negative impact
on the
Partnership
Low
Critical

The MOU will be monitored in line with
Partnership improvement work
Ensure that the final few Partners sign
the Memorandum of Understanding.
Partnership

RECOMMEND
TO CLOSE THIS
RISK
11
A Partnership Memorandum of
Understanding has been agreed and
endorsed by Partners.
Sub Group
The governance
of the
Partnership is
not fit for
purpose to
deliver the
vision for the
National Park
Sub Group
10
Agenda item: 5
Annex 2 Page 6
Use the monitoring process and existing
Partnership ways of working to highlight
where financial constraints may exist
and seek agreed solutions as required