London Borough of Camden
- Date 9 December 2015
- Sector Local government
- Decision(s) FOI 43: Upheld
The complainant has contacted the London Borough of Camden (the Council) and requested information relating to bus shelters carrying advertising. The Commissioner has been asked to consider the Council’s reliance on the ‘commercial interests’ (section 43(2)) exemption in FOIA to refuse to comply with one request. This asked for the financial benefits the Council accrues from the advertising annually and over the life of the contract with a third party. The Commissioner has determined that the exemption is not engaged and therefore requires the Council to disclose the requested information to ensure compliance with the legislation.