Dear Mr Gulliford

Thank you for your request of 8th May 2009 seeking information about the Indices of Deprivation. Your request was received by Communities and Local Government 11th May 2009.

I am considering your request under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and you may expect to receive a reply by 9th June 2009.

In some circumstances a fee may be chargeable and if that is the case, I will let you know the likely charges before proceeding.

If you have any queries regarding this letter, please contact me. Remember to quote the reference number above in any future communications.

I am enclosing with this letter a copy of our Access to Information leaflet which explains how the Department handles formal requests for information. I hope you will find it useful.

Yours sincerely

John Flett