FT/EA/2024/0471 - [2025] UKFTT 01281 (GRC)

The School did not provide detail on the rationale for the decision when they refused to reply to the Request, but have shared information and rationale with the Commissioner which were not shared with him.

He raised complaints to address genuine and significant issues, as demonstrated by their serious consideration by multiple regulatory bodies. Legitimate concerns with a serious purpose should not be mischaracterised as vexatious.

He has not made any other FOIA requests to the School, and the refusal blurs the line between the request itself and the individual who requests it.

The Appellant provided separate detailed grounds of appeal which specifically address the Commissioner’s decision, which we discuss below.