HM Revenue and Customs
- Date 20 April 2022
- Sector Central government
- Decision(s) FOI 40(2): Not upheld
The complainant requested from HMRC copies of messages sent by any mobile phone-based applications between three individuals over a specified period.
HMRC refused to comply with the request citing section 40(2) (third party personal data) of FOIA.
The Commissioner’s decision is that HMRC correctly applied section 40(2) of FOIA.
The Commissioner requires no steps to be taken.