Department for Transport
- Date 26 October 2022
- Sector Central government
- Decision(s) FOI 40(2): Not upheld
The complainant requested copies of correspondence relating to decisions taken about passenger assistance during Storm Eunice from South East Trains Ltd (“SETL”). South East Trains Ltd. operating as “Southeastern” is owned by the Department of Transport. South East Trains Ltd provided copies of email correspondence with names and employment roles redacted citing section 40 (2) (personal information) of FOIA. The Commissioner’s decision is that SETL is correct to rely upon exemption under section 40(2) of FOIA for the information redacted. The Commissioner requires no steps as a result of this decision notice.