Summary: The complainant requested information on the revenue received by the London Borough of Newham (-˜the Council-™) from the rental of specific property during the 2012 London Olympic Games. The public authority refused to provide the information by applying the exemption to disclosure which prevents prejudice to the commercial interests of the Council or others. The Commissioner-™s decision is that Council incorrectly applied the exemption. The Commissioner requires the public authority to disclose the requested information to ensure compliance with the legislation.
Section of Act/EIR & Finding: FOI 43 - Complaint Upheld