Department for Education
- Date 6 February 2024
- Sector Central government
- Decision(s) FOI 12(1): Not upheld
The complainant has requested information about the Department for Education’s Voluntary Exit Scheme. The Department for Education (“the DFE”) refused the request as it considered that compliance would exceed the cost limit under section 12 FOIA. The Commissioner’s decision is that the DfE has correctly cited section 12(1) FOIA, in response to the requests. It has also complied with its duty to provide advice and assistance in line with the requirements of section 16 FOIA. The Commissioner does not require the DfE to take any steps.