London Borough of Redbridge
- Date 5 December 2022
- Sector Local government
- Decision(s) EIR 12.5.e: Upheld, EIR 12.5.f: Upheld
The complainant has requested London Borough of Redbridge (the Council) to disclose a list of companies, housing associations and developers that received pre-planning advice during a specified time period. They also asked for the form of advice or consultation and the planning application reference for those that proceeded to a formal application. The Council disclosed a small amount of information but refused to disclose the remainder under section 43 of FOIA. The Commissioner’s decision is that the request should have been processed under the EIR and regulations 12(5)(e) and (f) do not apply. He requires the Council to disclose the remaining withheld information to the complainant.