EIRs - exemptions

There are exemptions from disclosure under the Environmental Information Regulations, which are known as exceptions.

More information about the exceptions is available on the DEFRA website.

Who will decide whether an exemption / exception applies?

We have a Decisions & Appeals Board made up of senior members of staff who will authorise any use of the exemptions or exceptions. Any subsequent appeal or complaint will be dealt with by members of that Decisions & Appeals Board who were not involved in handling your original request.

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