My response would be to initially refuse to provide the information as it is personal data but offer to reconsider if they provide a legal basis allowing / obliging you to provide the requested information. Many Thanks David Wilson Data Protection Officer 01305 225175 Donald Henderson <[log in to unmask]> Sent by: This list is for those interested in Data Protection issues <[log in to unmask]> 13/01/2011 11:50 Please respond to Donald Henderson <[log in to unmask]> To [log in to unmask] cc Subject [data-protection] Bankruptcy We've received a request from the agent of the Accountant in Bankruptcy asking for a pile of information about an individual: - · Current address and any previous addresses together with dates he was known to reside at these addresses · Trading details such as nature of trade, dates of trade and any trading addresses · Details of any business partners (names and addresses) · Employment details or details of benefits being claimed · Details of any bank accounts held · Date of Birth · Names of any spouse or children · Details of any contact phone numbers or e-mail addresses · Any other information that you feel may be useful in assisting to locate the debtor · Any other information that you feel may be useful in establishing details of the debtor?s assets and liabilities. although he does ask for "information we are authorised to release". 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