University of Essex
- Date 20 July 2023
- Sector Education
- Decision(s) FOI 40: Not upheld, FOI 42: Not upheld
The complainant requested information about a decision the University of Essex had made. The University of Essex (‘the University’) disclosed some information and withheld the remainder under sections 40(2), 41(1) and 42(1) of FOIA. These exemptions concern personal data, information provided in confidence and legal professional privilege respectively. The Commissioner’s decision is that the University is entitled to withhold information the complainant has requested under section 40(2) and 42(1) of FOIA. It’s not necessary for the University to take any corrective steps.