London Borough of Sutton
- Date 25 February 2026
- Sector Local government
- Decision(s) EIR 12(4)(b): Upheld, EIR 14(2): Upheld
The complainant has requested correspondence relating to a planning application. The London Borough of Sutton (“the Council”) refused the request under Regulation 12(4)(b) of the EIR. The Commissioner has found that Regulation 12(4)(b) is not engaged. He requires the Council to provide a fresh response to the request. The Council also breached regulation 14(2) in failing to issue a refusal notice to the requester within twenty working days.