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Parliamentary And Health Service Ombudsman

  • Date 6 November 2025
  • Sector Central government, Other
  • Decision(s) FOI 40(5B): Not upheld

The complainant has requested complaints information relating to a named dentist and their practice. The PHSO relied on section 40(5B) of FOIA (third party personal information) to refuse to confirm or deny whether it held any information falling within the scope of the request. The Commissioner’s decision is that the PHSO has correctly relied on section 40(5B) of FOIA. The Commissioner does not require any steps.