Communication between TGA and Minister Hunt on a TGA application to exempt HTPs from the poisons schedule
Dear Therapeutic Goods Administration,
I am writing to formally make a request under the Freedom of Information Act for copies of documents that are or relate to communications between the TGA, the Department of Health and the Minister for Health or his office in relation to an application currently under consideration by the TGA to exempt Heated Tobacco Products from the poisons schedule.
This request does not require personal information and does not require duplicates.
Yours faithfully,
Brenda Sturdy
Dear Ms Sturdy
FREEDOM OF INFORMATION REQUEST – NOTIFICATION OF RECEIPT
I am writing to notify you that the Department of Health (Department) has
received your request for access to documents under the Freedom of
Information Act 1982 (FOI Act).
“…I am writing to formally make a request under the Freedom of Information
Act for copies of documents that are or relate to communications between
the TGA, the Department of Health and the Minister for Health or his
office in relation to an application currently under consideration by the
TGA to exempt Heated Tobacco Products from the poisons schedule.
This request does not require personal information and does not require
duplicates.”
Under section 15(5)(b) of the FOI Act, the agency has 30 calendar days
after the date your request was received in which to provide a decision in
response to your request for access. A decision is currently due on or
before 19 April 2020.
However, where there is requirement to undertake consultation with
affected third parties, this timeframe is extended by a further 30 days.
It may also be extended in certain circumstances, including with your
agreement or where the Department applies to the Office of the Australian
Information Commissioner for an extension.
In addition, please note that if the decision maker decides that you are
liable to pay a charge in relation to your request then this timeframe is
extended pending payment of a deposit. You will be notified by the
Department if you are liable to pay a charge and/or if third party
consultation is required.
If you have any queries, please contact the FOI team on (02) 6289 4630, or
via email at [1][email address].
Kind regards
Cindy
Freedom of Information
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Therapeutic Goods Administration
Australian Government Department of Health
T: 02 6289 4630 | E: [3][email address]
PO Box 100, Woden ACT 2606, Australia
Web: [4]www.tga.gov.au
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The Department of Health acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of
Australia and their continued connection to land, sea and community. We
pay our respects to all Elders past and present.
Dear Ms Sturdy
The TGA is currently in the process of making a decision in relation to
the release of documents for your request FOI 1617.
Unfortunately, the increased focus on regulatory matters related to the
COVID-19 pandemic continue to impact TGA’s ability to process FOI
requests. As such, due to delays we are currently experiencing it has
become apparent we will not be able to meet the current deadline of your
request.
I would be grateful if you could please consider agreeing to an extension
(under section 15AA) of fourteen (14) days for the processing of your
request. If you agree to this extension the decision on your request would
then be due on or before Friday 8 May 2020.
Could you please respond advising whether you agree to this extension by
COB Friday 17 April 2020, if possible.
Thank you for your consideration of this matter.
Please do not hesitate to contact the FOI team if you have any questions.
Kind regards
Freedom of Information
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Therapeutic Goods Administration
Australian Government Department of Health
T: 02 6289 4630 | E: [2][email address]
PO Box 100, Woden ACT 2606, Australia
Web: [3]www.tga.gov.au
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Important: This transmission is intended only for the use of the addressee
and may contain confidential or legally privileged information. If you are
not the intended recipient, you are notified that any use or dissemination
of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you receive this
transmission in error please notify the author immediately and delete all
copies of this transmission.
The Department of Health acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of
Australia and their continued connection to land, sea and community. We
pay our respects to all Elders past and present.
Dear Ms Sturdy
Please find attached correspondence in relation to your Freedom of
Information request.
Consultation
As your request relates to the personal, professional, business,
commercial or financial affairs of third parties, pursuant to section 27
and 27A of the FOI Act, the TGA is required to consult with the affected
third parties and provide them an opportunity to make submissions
regarding the release of the documents.
Accordingly, under section 15(6) of the FOI Act the timeframe for
processing your request will be extended by 30 days to allow the
consultation process to be conducted.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the FOI Team.
Kind regards
Cindy
Freedom of Information
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Therapeutic Goods Administration
Australian Government Department of Health
T: 02 6289 4630 | E: [2][email address]
PO Box 100, Woden ACT 2606, Australia
Web: [3]www.tga.gov.au
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Important: This transmission is intended only for the use of the addressee
and may contain confidential or legally privileged information. If you are
not the intended recipient, you are notified that any use or dissemination
of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you receive this
transmission in error please notify the author immediately and delete all
copies of this transmission.
The Department of Health acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of
Australia and their continued connection to land, sea and community. We
pay our respects to all Elders past and present.
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