EPA Draft Staff Report on NOx Emissions from Electricity Facilities

The EPA has released a draft staff report analyzing nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions from electricity generating units. This report provides technical information and analysis that may inform future regulatory actions or guidance related to air pollution controls for power plants.

ICO Decision on Southern Water EIR Request

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) issued a decision regarding Southern Water's handling of an Environmental Information Regulations (EIR) request. While Southern Water was permitted to withhold some information related to a sewer level monitor, the ICO found that the company failed to respond within the required statutory timescales.

Rotherham Council FOI Exemption Upheld by ICO

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has decided that Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council correctly applied the section 43(2) exemption under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to withhold information regarding operator costs at Forge Island. The ICO found that the public interest favoured maintaining this exemption.

ICO Decision on Police Conduct Reports

The ICO issued a decision regarding a Freedom of Information request for police conduct reports concerning a former Metropolitan Police officer. The ICO upheld the exemption under section 30(1)(a)(i) FOIA, finding that investigations and proceedings information should remain withheld.

ICO Decision Notice: Dordon Parish Council FOI Request Failure

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has issued a decision notice against Dordon Parish Council for failing to respond to a Freedom of Information (FOI) request within the statutory 20-working-day period. The ICO requires the council to provide a response to the complainant within 30 calendar days.

ICO Decision Notice: Shropshire ICS Failed to Respond to FOI Request

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has issued a decision notice against Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Integrated Care System (ICS) for failing to respond to a Freedom of Information (FOI) request within the statutory 20-day period. The ICO requires the ICS to provide a response to the complainant within 30 calendar days.

Electoral Commission FOI Breach Decision

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) issued a decision notice finding the Electoral Commission breached Section 10 of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) by failing to respond to a request within the statutory 20-day period. The Electoral Commission is required to provide a substantive response to the complainant.

ICO upholds FOI exemption for Rural Services Delivery Grant

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has upheld the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government's decision to withhold information regarding the withdrawal of the Rural Services Delivery Grant. The ICO found that the exemption under section 35(1)(a) of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 was correctly applied.

ICO Upholds FOI 17, Finds HMRC in Breach of Section 17

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has issued a decision notice regarding a Freedom of Information (FOI) request made to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC). The ICO upheld HMRC's decision to neither confirm nor deny holding information about a specific individual and property, citing section 44(2) of FOI. However, the ICO found HMRC in breach of section 17 of FOI for its handling of the request.

Post Falls Church Fire Investigation Concluded

The Idaho State Fire Marshal's Office has concluded its investigation into the March 15 fire that destroyed the River Church and Little Explorers preschool in Post Falls. The investigation found the fire was accidental, caused by a failed natural gas regulator, and not criminal activity. The findings have been shared with the building owner's insurance carrier.