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 21 - Letter to requester notifying of section 38 process 148.00 KB 2259 downloads
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Letter 22 - Advice to third party of decision and right for review 147.00 KB 1740 downloads
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Letter 24- Letter to requester granting request – personal/non personal no fee required. 153.50 KB 5175 downloads
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Letter 25 - Letter to requester granting request – fee balance to be paid involved. 158.00 KB 1110 downloads
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Letter 26 - Letter to requester granting request – fee refund involved. 155.50 KB 802 downloads
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Letter 27 - Letter to requester refusing request- fee involved 156.50 KB 1430 downloads
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Letter 28 - Letter to requester refusing request- no fee involved 158.00 KB 4010 downloads
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