A brief history of their creation can be found on the NatureScot website. Scottish Natural Heritage (now known as NatureScot) provided advice on the creation of these two National Parks and how they should operate in 1999 following a review, including a brief review of international experience. section 1 of • The statutory aims of National Parks in Scotland are set out in the National Parks (Scotland) Act 2000 and are: (a) to conserve and enhance the natural and cultural heritage of the area, (b) to promote sustainable use of the natural resources of the area, (c) to promote understanding and enjoyment (including enjoyment in the form of recreation) of the special qualities of the area by the public, and (d) to promote sustainable economic and social development of the area’s communities. 2 Section 9(6) of the 2000 Act states that, if it appears to the National Park authority that there is a conflict between the National Park aims, the authority must give greater weight to the first aim (to conserve and enhance the natural and cultural heritage of the area). • The NatureScot website sets out detailed information on the governance and powers of National Parks.