IDG62250 - Procedure for disclosing to others (government): Department for Transport
Why share information with the Department for Transport (DfT)
The former Customs side of HMRC obtains information about marine transport which can assist the DfT in carrying out its functions.
Information from the Freight Targeting System (FTS) will also assist DfT to carry out its functions to ensure the continuing flow of essential goods to the UK in the event of a major civil emergency.
Ensuring information is shared lawfully
All disclosures of HMRC information must be lawful. See IDG40500 for more information on lawful disclosure as provided by the CRCA.
To be lawful, HMRC may only share information with DfT through a legal gateway. See IDG44000for general information about legal gateways. The appropriate legal gateway to use is listed at IDG62255 and IDG62260.
You must also ensure when passing information to DfT that you follow the agreed procedure for disclosures:
IDG62255 Information relating to marine transport
IDG62260 Information from the Freight Targeting System
