The Council was asked about Covid-19 related compensation payments made to a construction firm. The Council disclosed some information, but said that the remainder was excepted from disclosure under the EIRs. During the investigation, the Council disclosed further information, but continued to withhold four documents. The Commissioner found that the Council was entitled to withhold the remaining information under the EIRs, on the grounds that it was legally privileged.
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[2022] ScotIC 084 – 2022
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Scotland
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Updated: 23 October 2022; Ref: scu.681351