The south of Scotland location was chosen from a five-strong shortlist by the Scottish government.
A consultation on Galloway's suitability to become a national park will now be carried outThe region was selected from a five-strong shortlist following a months-long review of criteria. If given the official designation, it will be the first national park in the UK in about 15 years.
She said: "The proposal is community led, has the backing of many local businesses and makes a strong case on the benefits that national park status will bring for people who live in the area, for the local economy and for the environment." The Galloway National Park Association have campaigned for a site in south-west Scotland for a number of years.
Chair professor Colin Galbraith said that NatureScot would "consult widely" with local people during their investigation. In Galloway, the farmikng community have also questioned if the status could damage growth and tourism potential - a claim campaigners dismissed.
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