Chief Constable Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI)
- Date 29 May 2025
- Sector Police and criminal justice
- Decision(s) FOI 12(2): Not upheld
The complainant requested information from the Police Service of Northern Ireland (“PSNI”) relating to when PSNI had contacted An Garda Siochana (AGS) about a named individual being sort for interview about alleged offences. The PSNI refused to comply with the request citing section 12 (cost limit) of FOIA.
The Commissioner’s decision is that the PSNI was entitled to refuse to comply with the request in accordance with section 12(2) of FOIA. The Commissioner also finds that the PSNI complied with its obligations under section 16 to offer advice and assistance.
The Commissioner does not require any steps as a result of this decision.