[Letter from Scott Bennett Associates (Group 2) Limited]

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Dear Sirs,

EDINBURGH SCHOOLS - OXGANGS PRIMARY SCHOOL

We confirm receipt of the reports from Galliford Try in connection with the above and have carried out an independent review of how the building was structurally assessed and deemed safe to reopen.

It is our opinion that the methodology that has been used by Galliford Try's engineering advisors to identify the structural defects, including the use of disruptive investigations, and thereafter design the necessary remedial works has been carried out in a diligent manner and in accordance with accepted industry practice.

Furthermore we would advise that the reports contain sufficient as-built records to demonstrate that the works have been carried out in accordance with the engineer's proposal together with an acceptable degree of quality control which has included in-situ testing where necessary.

In these circumstances we are satisfied that all reasonable precautions have been taken to ensure that the buildings are in a safe condition from a structural perspective and trust that this is sufficient for your purposes.