South Wales Police

The complainant has requested various information relating to Automated Facial Recognition (AFR) identifications. South Wales Police (SWP) refused to comply with the request citing section 12 (cost limit) of the FOIA. The Commissioner’s decision is that SWP was entitled to refuse to comply with the request in accordance with section 12(1) of FOIA. The Commissioner also finds that SWP complied with its obligations under section 16 to offer advice and assistance. The Commissioner does not require any steps to be taken.