Halton Borough Council
- Date 5 August 2019
- Sector Local government
- Decision(s) FOI 16: Upheld, FOI 41: Upheld, FOI 43(2): Upheld
The complainant has requested information regarding a kennelling contract and related payments. The Commissioner’s decision is that Halton Borough Council incorrectly relied upon the exemptions at section 41(1) – information provided in confidence sections and section 43(2) – commercial interests to withhold the information. The council also breached section 16 - duty to provide advice and assistance. The Commissioner requires the public authority to take the following steps to ensure compliance with the legislation: Disclose the withheld information with names, contact details, and signatures of individuals redacted on the basis of section 40(2).