Chief Constable Kent Police
- Date 2 March 2026
- Sector Police and criminal justice
- Decision(s) FOI 12(1): Not upheld
The complainant requested information from Kent Police relating to the sex offenders register. Kent Police refused the request, citing section 12(1) (cost limit) of FOIA.
The Commissioner’s decision is that Kent Police was entitled to refuse to comply with the request in accordance with section 12(1) of FOIA. The Commissioner also finds that Kent Police complied with its obligations under section 16 of FOIA to offer advice and assistance.
The Commissioner does not require any steps.