2^nd June 2008

(date)

Dear Mr Trice,

I am writing to inform you that we have now transferred your request for information dated 31/05/08 to the Department of Education and Learning Freedom of Information Team who can be contacted at [email address].

(insert date) (insert authority)

If you are unhappy with the result of your request for information you may request an internal review within two calendar months of the date of this letter. If you request an internal review please do so in writing stating the reasons to the address above.

If following an internal review you were to remain dissatisfied you may make a complaint to the Information Commissioner and ask him to investigate whether the NIO has complied with the terms of the FOIA. You can write to the Information Commissioner at:

The Commissioner will not investigate a complaint unless an internal review procedure has been carried out.

Further details on the role of the Information Commissioner and the handling of appeals can be found at: www.informationcommissioner.gov.uk

If you wish to discuss this please contact the Freedom of Information Team using the contact details provided at the top of the first page. Please remember to quote your reference in any correspondence.

Yours sincerely

Freedom of Information Manager

Northern Ireland Office

Freedom of Information Team

Annex A

Dundonald House

Stormont Estate

Belfast

BT4 3SU

Telephone 028 90765841

Email: [NIO request email]

Freedom of Information Team