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Pembrokeshire County Council

  • Date 9 October 2025
  • Sector Local government
  • Decision(s) FOI 12(1): Not upheld

The complainant requested information from Pembrokeshire County Council (the Council) regarding drug related deaths and child protection plans due to parental substance abuse. The Council refused the request citing section 12(1) (cost of compliance) of FOIA.
The Commissioner’s decision is that the Council was entitled to rely on section 12(1) of FOIA to refuse the request. The Commissioner also finds that the Council 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.