PART 8Information
Information sharing – procedure for making a request48
1
In this Part of the Regulations, a reference to a “request for information” is a reference to such a request which –
a
is in writing;
b
states the name of the requesting responder and an address for correspondence;
c
describes the information requested; and
d
states the reason why the requesting responder requires the information in connection with the performance of a duty under section 2(1)(a) to (d) or section 4(1) or in connection with the performance of another function which relates to an emergency (as the case may be).
2
For the purposes of paragraph (1), a request is to be treated as made in writing where the text of the request –
a
is transmitted by electronic means;
b
is received in legible form; and
c
is capable of being used for subsequent reference.