Office of the First Minister and deputy First Minister

The complainant has requested information held by the Office of the First Minister and deputy First Minister (OFMDFM) in relation to the appointment of the Head of the Northern Ireland Civil Service. Despite the Commissioner’s intervention OFMDFM has failed to respond fully to the request. The Commissioner requires that OFMDFM respond to the complainant’s request, either by disclosing the requested information or by issuing a refusal notice which includes the outcome of the public interest considerations.