Cathedral Schools Trust
- Date 24 July 2026
- Authority Cathedral Schools Trust
- Sector Education
- Decision(s) FOI 12(1): Not upheld
The complainant requested information from Cathedral Schools Trust (the Trust) for emails sent or received by three named members of staff concerning the proposed amalgamation of Cathedral Primary School (part of the Trust) with Hotwells School. The Trust refused the request citing section 12(1) (cost limit) of FOIA.
The Commissioner’s decision is that the Trust was entitled to refuse the request in accordance with section 12(1) of FOIA. The Commissioner also finds that the Trust complied with its obligations under section 16 of FOIA to offer advice and assistance.
The Commissioner does not require any steps.