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Holt Town Council

  • Date 11 January 2018
  • Sector Local government
  • Decision(s) FOI 40: Upheld, FOI 43: Upheld

The complainant has requested a copy of an audio recording of the Holt Town Council meeting held on 10 April 2017. The Commissioner’s decision is that Holt Town Council has incorrectly cited the exemption for personal data at section 40(2) of the FOIA and the exemption for commercial interests at section 43(2) of the FOIA. The Commissioner requires the public authority to disclose the audio recording with the item on ‘Personnel Matters’ redacted to ensure compliance with the legislation.