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This MoD file, titled UFOs - Persistent Correspondence - Dr David Clarke, holds Dr David Clarke's Freedom of Information requests and emails to the Directorate of Air Staff from 2005 to 2008. Clarke asked for the DI55 report on Unidentified Aerial Phenomena in the UK Air Defence Region and for Rendlesham papers. He also sought records about Nick Pope. Other items include an internal review that released redacted passages on plasmas, the MoD's statement that it had no report of the 2008 South Wales police helicopter sighting, and a 2009 disposal form.

  • p. 8 …They reported their encounter to senior officers who then passed it "to Britain's UFO investigators…
  • p. 13 …internal discussions concerning public statements made by a former desk officer on the subject of UFOs…
  • p. 15 example, in an interview published by the International UFO Reporter (fall 1996, pg 18) Mr Pope…
  • p. 22 …The three questions you raised regarding the 'UAP Report' are currently being addressed and a separate…
  • p. 36 …As I mentioned, I spoke with Section40 glad to report my initial advice wasn't too…
  • p. 43 …the DIS decision to no longer receive UFO reports. Paragraph 3 and a few words in…
  • p. 49 …As you will be aware, our only interest in UFO sighting reports is to establish whether…
  • p. 51 …Finally, I wondered if you have any information on any imminent releases of UFO-related files…
  • p. 52 …As you will be aware, our only interest in UFO sighting reports is to establish whether…
  • p. 54 …As you will be aware, our only interest in UFO sighting reports is to establish whether…
  • p. 56 …As a result, I wish to request an internal review of the decision to redact information…
  • p. 58 …As a result, I wish to request an internal review of the decision to redact information…
  • p. 60 …As you will be aware, our only interest in UFO sighting reports is to establish whether…
  • p. 63 …As a result, I wish to request an internal review of the decision to redact information…
  • p. 66 …author of the report and members of the public who have reported UFO sightings. This information…
  • p. 69 …a unique report and in view of the continuing high profile of the 'UFO' phenomenon, it…
  • p. 76 …a unique report and in view of the continuing high profile of the 'UFO' phenomenon, it…
  • p. 144 …the Report ) was classified SECRET UK EYES ONLY. Interestingly I have found on my UFO policy…
  • p. 158 …report. You will be aware that MoD has stated consistently that the topic of UFOs was…
  • p. 159 …These may contain the description "Unexplained Lights" or "UFO report from RAF Woodbridge" as the case…
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Section 40

>tel: Section 40

>fax:

>___

>From: Section 40

>Sent: 07 November 2005 09:13

>To:Section 40 Sqn Ldr

>Cc: Section 40

>Subject: RE: Freedom of Information request

## Section 40

>I spoke to Section 40 in 1 Nov about this. I do not believe this should be >treated as an FOI request, and I see no need to involve the current >ACAS. David Clarke has had all the papers from the MoD that relate to >the matter, and he is now seeking to get a personal perspective from >the then ACAS. David Clarke often uses this technique as part of his >research. Given that ACM Bagnall has retired, I left it with Section 40 >that all we were obliged to do was pass the letter on to Sir Anthony. >It is entirely for him if he chooses to reply. If he wants to we would >be happy to assist in preparing some background material for him. All >I want to be able to do is advise David Clarke that we have passed the >letter on.

>I hope this clarifies our approach.

>Regards,

>From:Section 40 Sqn Ldr

>Sent: 07 November 2005 08:51

>Subject: FW: Freedom of Information request

>I would be grateful for some advice on the attached email trail wrt

>this FOI, as stated below I believe from my understanding of the rules

>that this should be answered by the present incumbent of the post?

>

>I have spoken to Sir Anthony who has not previously seen anything on

>this matter

>Many thanks for your help

>Squadron Leader

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>From: Section 40

>Sent: 01 November 2005 14:24

>To: Section 40

Cases discussed

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