Chief Constable Commissioner for the Metropolis (Metropolitan Police Service)

The complainant has requested information in relation to an unresolved review from the Metropolitan Police Service (“the MPS”). The MPS refused to provide the requested information citing section 12(1) of FOIA – cost of compliance. The Commissioner’s decision is that the MPS was entitled to rely on section 12(1) of FOIA to refuse the request. The Commissioner also finds that the MPS complied with its obligations under section 16 of FOIA to offer advice and assistance. The Commissioner does not require further steps.