London Borough of Barking and Dagenham
- Date 17 August 2023
- Sector Local government
- Decision(s) FOI 12(1): Not upheld, FOI 16: Not upheld
The complainant has requested information from the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham (“the Council”) in relation to a various number of topics. The Council refused to provide the requested information, citing section 12(1) of FOIA – cost of compliance exceeds the appropriate amount. The Commissioner’s decision is that the Council was entitled to refuse to comply with the request in accordance with section 12(1) of FOIA. The Commissioner also finds that the Council complied with its obligations under section 16 of FOIA to offer advice and assistance. The Commissioner does not require any steps to be taken as a result of this decision notice.