· FOI · clarification
Introductory briefings to Richard Lochhead on assuming his new role: FOI review
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In accordance with section 21(4) of FOISA, I have also reached a decision on your request. While our aim is to provide information whenever possible, in this instance we are unable to provide some of the information you have requested because an exemption(s) under section(s) 38(1)(b) Personal Information, 29(1)(a) Formulation of Government Policy, 30(b)(i) Free and Frank Provision of Advice, 30(c) Substantial Prejudice to the Effective Conduct of Public Affairs of FOISA applies to that information. The reasons why that exemption(s) applies are explained below. Reasons for not providing information An exemption(s) under section s.38(1) of FOISA (personal data of a third party) applies to some the information you have requested. the information requested because it is personal data of a third party, names/contact details of individuals, and disclosing it would contravene the data protection principles in Article 5(1) of the General Data Protection Regulation and in section 34(1) of the Data Protection Act 2018.