Ministry of Justice
- Date 23 May 2024
- Sector Central government
- Decision(s) FOI 35: Not upheld
The complainant requested information relating to checks on external speakers. The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) refused to provide the requested information, citing section 35(1) (formulation and development of government policy) of FOIA. The Commissioner’s decision is that section 35 is not engaged. The Commissioner requires the MoJ to take the following step to ensure compliance with the legislation: disclose the withheld information to the complainant.