Scope of the Long Shutdown 2 (Optimisation of the Period 2015-2018)

During this talk, the scope and mandate of the Long Shutdown 2 (LS2) has been introduced, emphasising on the major differences with respect to LS1. The flexibility to use the winter shutdown to advance part of the works initially planned for LS2 will be considered in the frame of the LS2 discussions, the reporting line has been presented. Finally, the main dates for the LS2 preparation have been presented and will be followed carefully in order to ensure a smooth preparation of the LS2 shutdown.