IT is my understanding that we may no longer be able to withhold results but could still be able to withhold degree/diploma certificates and of course verification of qualification slips/forms etc. This is helpful for finalists but not for those on course wishing to progress. There are some seminars in this area in October and November and i jope to attend one to find out further information. Pauline Ensor University College london At 12:12 25/08/99 +0100, you wrote: >Dear colleagues > >I'd be grateful to receive any advice/information which others might have on >the implications of the Freedom of Information Act in respect of the >with-holding of results/degree certificates etc from students who owe >institutions fees or other monies. I have been informed that the established >practice of with-holding certs/results until such time as a student pays the >sums due may not now be legal in the light of the FiA. > >Best wishes > >John > > > > > %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%