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The request must state:
- name
- address for correspondence
- specific description of the information requested
Anyone, anywhere in the world can make a request. For
example:
- journalists
- politicians
- community Groups
- companies
- individuals
Once a record has been requested, it cannot be destroyed.
It is a criminal offence to amend, erase or destroy information
once a request is received.
Transferring requests
If we receive a request for information we do not have, we
must let you know that we do not have the information. If we did
have it but have permanently destroyed it, we must also let you
know. If we know another public body that may have the information,
then we will either refer your request to the public body or inform
you of their details so you can make the request directly.
Before making a request to us for information,
please check our Freedom of Information Publication Scheme (FoIPS)
to make sure that the information you require is not already
listed.
Freedom of Information Publication Scheme
(PDF, 166kb)
Information published on our Publication Scheme is exempt under the
Freedom of Information Act 2000. We therefore do not have to deal
with your request for information.
To make a request for information that is not on
the Publication Scheme, you must provide the
following:
- contact name
- contact address
Your request must be specific.
If your request is not specific and we are unable to
find the information requested, we will have to write to you
requesting further information. Therefore, please help us to find
the information requested the first time by being clear and
precise.
Waiting time
We have 20 working days to deal with your request. Please
do not contact us during this time, unless you have further
information to add to your request which will help us to find the
information requested.
We will usually provide the information requested free of charge.
However, where a charge is made you will be notified of the amount
payable in writing.
There may also be a charge for photocopying,
postage, packaging, etc.
To make a request by email, contact
information.governance@newham.gov.uk. |