Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs

The complainant has requested information relating to the manufacture, supply and usage of edible salts in the UK. The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) refused to provide the requested information, citing section 35(1)(a) (formulation of government policy) and section 24(1) (national security). The Commissioner’s decision is that neither exemption applies. The Commissioner requires DEFRA to take the following steps to ensure compliance with the legislation: disclose the requested information.