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Mr Michael Bimmler

21 November 2008

Freedom of Information Request - Our ref: 10641

Dear Mr Bimmler

Thank you for your e-mail dated 20 November 2008. Your request is being handled in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act 2000 as a request for information.

We aim to send you a full response within 20 working days of our receiving your request. You should receive this response by 18 December 2008.

If you have any queries about the handling of your information request please do not hesitate to contact me.

Yours sincerely

J Fanshaw