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If you refuse access to information, you must explain to the applicant in writing which exception applies and how the public interest in maintaining the exception outweighs the public interest in releasing the information. You must also inform the applicant of their right to complain to you and to appeal to the Information Commissioner.

For further information see our guidance on refusing a request and writing a refusal notice.

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