Page 6 of 6

(Except for the matters reported below)* on the basis of our review of Sections 1 and 2 of the Annual Governance and Accountability Return, in our opinion the information in Sections 1 and 2 of the Annual Governance and Accountability Return is in accordance with Proper Practices and no other matters have come to our attention giving cause for concern that relevant legislation and regulatory requirements have not been met. (*delete as appropriate). (continue on a separate sheet if required) Other matters not affecting our opinion which we draw to the attention of the authority: (continue on a separate sheet if required) 3 External auditor certificate 2025/26 We certify/do not certify* that we have completed our review of Sections 1 and 2 of the Annual Governance and Accountability Return, and discharged our responsibilities under the Local Audit and Accountability Act 2014, for the year ended 31 March 2026 *We do not certify completion because: External Auditor Name External Auditor Signature Date

2 External auditor's limited assurance opinion 2025/26

• confirms and provides assurance on those matters that are relevant to our duties and responsibilities as external auditors.

summarises the accounting records for the year ended 31 March 2026 and

This authority is responsible for ensuring that its financial management is adequate and effective and that it has a sound system of internal control. The authority prepares an Annual Governance and Accountability Return in accordance with Proper Practices which:

10:00–10:00 præ-regulær und Information-Abwüllung).