Freedom Of Information Request Response Letter Confirming Extension Due To Public Interest Test
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Genie AIJurisdiction
England and WalesRelevant sectors
Type of legal document
📃 Freedom of information requestBusiness activity
Extend time limitA freedom of information request is a formal request made to a public body for information that it holds. The Freedom of Information Act 2000 gives a general right of access to all types of recorded information held by public authorities. The Act also sets out exemptions from disclosure and places a duty on public authorities to release certain types of information.
The purpose of the template is to serve as a formal response to an FOI request, specifically informing the applicant that the public authority requires additional time to provide the requested information. The extension is granted because the public authority needs to assess the potential effect of disclosing the information on the public interest.
The letter may provide the specific reasons justifying the extension, such as the complexity of the request, a large volume of documents involved, or the need to consult with third parties. It could stipulate the new deadline by which the requested information will be made available, ensuring compliance with UK's FOI legislation and its prescribed timeframes.
In summary, this legal template concerns a formal response to an FOI request in the UK, notifying the applicant of an extension granted under the Public Interest Test, thereby allowing the public authority sufficient time to assess the potential impact of disclosure before fulfilling the request.
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