Welsh Government
- Date 30 September 2025
- Sector Central government
- Decision(s) FOI 12(1): Not upheld
The complainant requested from the Welsh Government a list of public bodies or quangos that have been dissolved or modified, and the number where a review had taken place. The Welsh Government refused the request citing section 12(1) (cost of compliance) of FOIA.
The Commissioner’s decision is that the Welsh Government was entitled to rely on section 12(1) of FOIA to refuse the request. The Commissioner also finds that the Welsh Government complied with its obligations under section 16 to offer advice and assistance.
The Commissioner does not require any steps as a result of this decision.