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Sample Freedom of Information Request

A completed England and Wales Freedom of Information Act request for council procurement and contract records.

Jurisdiction: England and Wales - completed fictional worked example

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# SAMPLE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION REQUEST

Date: 22 April 2029

Parties: Leah Morgan and Northshire Council

## 1. Applicant and subject

Leah Morgan of 8 Birch Street, York YO1 6AA makes this request to Northshire Council under the Freedom of Information Act 2000. It concerns the council's procurement of electric-vehicle charging points in the 2027-28 financial year.

## 2. Scope of request

Please provide the tender invitation, evaluation criteria, award decision, final contract, contract value, variations, payment totals and the names of suppliers who were awarded or shortlisted.

## 3. Facts and reasons

The request is limited to records held by the procurement and transport teams between 1 April 2027 and 31 March 2029. It does not seek personal addresses, private correspondence or information that would identify vulnerable residents.

## 4. Identity and information

Electronic copies in their existing format are preferred. If a record is exempt or would exceed the appropriate limit, please identify the exemption or cost issue, provide the non-exempt part and explain how the request could be refined.

## 5. Response method

Leah has supplied her name and an email address for correspondence. The council should acknowledge the request, confirm any clarification needed and issue a reasoned response within the statutory time, subject to lawful extensions.

## 6. Deadline and remedies

If information is withheld, Leah requests the internal-review route and details of her right to complain to the Information Commissioner's Office. This request does not consent to unrelated marketing use of her contact details.

## 7. Signature and records

Leah signs on 22 April 2029 and keeps a copy of the request and delivery receipt. The request concerns recorded information; it does not require the council to create analysis or answer a new question.

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