Thames Valley Police
- Date 27 January 2023
- Sector Police and criminal justice
- Decision(s) FOI 12(1): Not upheld, FOI 16(1): Not upheld
The complainant requested from Thames Valley Police (TVP) information relating to disability hate crimes. TVP refused to comply with the request and cited section 12(1) (cost of compliance) of FOIA.
The Commissioner’s decision is TVP was entitled to refuse to comply with the request in accordance with section 12(1) of FOIA. The Commissioner also finds that TVP complied with its obligations under section 16(1) of FOIA to offer advice and assistance. Therefore, the Commissioner does not require TVP to take any steps as a result of this decision.