Question reference: S6W-02125
- Asked by: Sarah Boyack, MSP for Lothian, Scottish Labour
- Date lodged: 9 August 2021
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Current status: Answered by Jenny Gilruth on 31 August 2021
Question
To ask the Scottish Government what progress has been made on carrying out inspections of the historic sites cited as being closed as a precautionary measure by Historic Environment Scotland on 7 June 2021.
Answer
Historic Environment Scotland is conducting inspections at present with an initial phase to be completed by the first week in September as per its inspection programme. A number of properties have been assessed to date and the next steps are currently being considered. Decisions will be taken by the appropriate technical specialists and with a primary focus on the health and safety of staff, contractors and visitors.