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  • Date 29 February 2024
  • Sector Central government
  • Decision(s) FOI 35(1): Not upheld

The complainant has requested a copy of a policy on the use of facial recognition in policing from the Home Office. The Home Office refused to disclose the requested information citing section 35(1)(a) (Formulation of government policy) of FOIA. The Commissioner’s decision is that the Home Office was entitled to rely on this exemption. He does not require further steps.