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EIR \u0013 HYPERLINK \"https://ico.org.uk/for-organisations/guide-to-the-environmental-information-regulations/refusing-a-request/\" \\h \u0014exceptions\u0015 you are relying on to withhold information – you should identify which section of the act or regulations applies; and\nthe details of any \u0013 HYPERLINK \"https://ico.org.uk/for-organisations/foi-eir-and-access-to-information/freedom-of-information-and-environmental-information-regulations/the-public-interest-test/\" \\h \u0014public interest test\u0015 you have carried out.\nOr, if the request is vexatious, repeated or exceeds the cost limit, you can explain:\nwhich section of the FOIA or EIR you are relying on and refuse it outright. You do not necessarily need to describe the information you hold – check the \u0013 HYPERLINK \"https://ico.org.uk/for-organisations/foi-eir-and-access-to-information/guide-to-freedom-of-information/refusing-a-request/\" \u0014exceed the cost limits and vexatious request guidance\u0015 for further information.\nIf you don't hold any of the information requested, explain this in writing to the requester. If another public authority holds the information, transfer the request to them or advise the requester to redirect their request. 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