FOI_6818

Internal Reference Number: FOI_6818

Date Request Received: 11/10/2022 00:00:00

Date Request Replied To: 12/10/2022 00:00:00

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Request Summary: Chimney

Request Category: Private Individuals


Question Number 1: Could you please specify exactly what the 'structural issue' with the chimney is? (Structural maintenance issues could include leaks, collapsed ceilings and creaking support beams.)

Answer To Question 1: A recent routine inspection has highlighted a potential issue with vortex shedding, this is currently being investigated and a proposed remedial plan will be presented.

Question Number 2: Has the chimney issue led to operations being cancelled or postponed - if so which ones and how many?

Answer To Question 2: No, this issue has not led to any operations being cancelled or postponed.

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