HM Treasury (Central government) [2023] UKICO 181375 (6 July 2023)


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Cite as: [2023] UKICO 181375

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HM Treasury

The complainant has requested emails within a specific time frame using specific search terms related to the Loan Charge Review. HM Treasury (“HMT”) initially argued that the information was exempt under section 35 (formulation/development of government policy) and on two occasions argued it needed further time to consider the balance of public interest in relying upon that exemption. However, when it finally issued a refusal notice it argued that it was relying on section 14(1) (vexatious request). It upheld this position after internal review. The Commissioner’s decision is that HMT is entitled to rely on section 14(1) as its basis for refusing to comply with this request. The Commissioner does not require further steps.

FOI 14: Complaint not upheld

Decision notice: 181375

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