Department for Communities and Local Government

The complainant requested the Department for Communities and Local Government (‘DCLG’) to release information relating to two contracts it had entered into in 2006 and 2008 with Landmark Information Group (‘Landmark’). The DCLG released some information but refused to release certain sections of the contracts themselves under sections 40(2) and 43(2) of the Act. As the complainant remained dissatisfied, he approached the Commissioner. The Commissioner has considered the application of sections 40(2) and 43(2) of the Act and he has concluded that the remaining information is exempt from disclosure by virtue of these exemptions. He therefore requires no action to be taken.