National and regional priorities Working alongside our partnership organisations in Argyll and the Isles gives us a great overview of widespread activities. It also inspires us to make a difference on many different levels, for example at local, regional, and national scales. We want to make a real difference, and to ACT where and when it matters most. We aim to take a strategic approach with our activities so that they can have widespread benefits. Our objectives and activities align with national and regional policies to help in this approach. These include: Argyll and Bute Outcome Improvement Plan 2013 - 2023, particularly... Outcome 1: The economy is diverse and thriving Outcome 3: Education, skills and training maximises opportunities for all Outcome 5: People live active, healthier, and independent lives. Argyll and Bute Council’s Local Development Plan Argyll and Bute Council's Economic Development Action Plan Forestry Commission Scotland Woods for Health strategy HIE Strengthening communities and fragile areas Scottish Forest Strategy Scottish Government National Health and Wellbeing Outcomes Scottish Natural Heritage Corporate Plan 2018 - 2022 Photo credit: Paul Paterson