Copy of evidence for business cost claim by Paul Beresford MP

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Some information has been redacted and is subject to a Refusal Notice under section 31 of the FOIA and in accordance with Section C of IPSA’s Publication Policy.

Section 31(1)(a) – law enforcement

This exemption applies where the disclosure of information would or would be likely to prejudice the prevention of crime. IPSA relies on this exemption to withhold the banking details of the supplier. IPSA believes that the disclosure of these details could leave those concerned more vulnerable to financial crime – particularly fraud and electronic crime, especially with the increase in cyber attacks.

This exemption is subject to a public interest test. IPSA does not consider the withholding of this information has a negative impact on the understanding of this claim.

We therefore find that the public interest in withholding this information outweighs the public interest in disclosure at this time.