Freedom of Information request on process of an Freedom of Information request internal review (FOI 22/697)
Published 27 March 2023
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FOI 22/697
10th June 2022
Dear
Thank you for your email.
Please find answers to the questions you have raised below;
1) What is the longest time the agency has taken to respond to a request for an internal review of an FOI response?
The answer is 231 working days based on our records we hold for 2021 to 2022
2) As of the 5th May 2022, how many outstanding internal reviews are there? In other words, on that date, how many people are waiting for the outcome of an internal review?
There are 28 Internal reviews
If you have a query about the information provided, please reply to this email.
If you are dissatisfied with the handling of your request, you have the right to ask for an internal review. Internal review requests should be submitted within two months of the date you receive this response and addressed to: info@mhra.gov.uk
Please remember to quote the reference number above in any future communications.
If you were to remain dissatisfied with the outcome of the internal review, you would have the right to apply directly to the Information Commissioner for a decision. Please bear in mind that the Information Commissioner will not normally review our handling of your request unless you have first contacted us to conduct an internal review.
The Information Commissioner can be contacted at:
Information Commissioner’s Office
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Wilmslow
Cheshire
SK9 5AF
Yours sincerely
MHRA Customer Experience Centre