This Section contains standard model template letters developed by the FOI Central Policy Unit. These standard model template letters are in line with the legislation and are provided to assist public bodies in responding to requests. These model template letters may be tailored by individual public bodies in reaction to specific situations. Letters responding to requests should include relevant sections of the FOI Act being relied on by decision-makers and the requesters rights of appeal of must be fully explained.
While the use of these standard formats enhances the level on consistency in responses they do not purport to have a statutory underpinning.
Sample Letters
Letter 34 - Sample advice of internal review - original decision varied or annulled with fee 60.00 KB 986 downloads
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Letter 33 - Sample advice of internal review - original decision varied or annulled with no fee 54.50 KB 1838 downloads
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Letter 31 - Acknowledgement of receipt of application for review 53.00 KB 1772 downloads
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Letter 29 - Letter to requester part granting request – fee involved 156.50 KB 1939 downloads
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Letter 28 - Letter to requester refusing request- no fee involved 158.00 KB 4101 downloads
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Letter 27 - Letter to requester refusing request- fee involved 156.50 KB 1457 downloads
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Letter 26 - Letter to requester granting request – fee refund involved. 155.50 KB 821 downloads
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