Cheshire West and Chester Council
- Date 16 May 2025
- Sector Local government
- Decision(s) EIR 12.4.b: Not upheld, EIR 9: Not upheld
The complainant requested information about a road closure in Helsby. Cheshire West and Chester Council (the “Council”) refused the request under regulation 12(4)(b) of the EIR (manifestly unreasonable). The Commissioner’s decision is that the Council is entitled to rely on regulation 12(4)(b) (manifestly unreasonable) to withhold the information requested. He also finds that the Council complied with its obligations under regulation 9 of the EIR to offer advice and assistance. The Commissioner does not require the Council to take any steps.