Ordnance Survey Act 1841

‘If the powers of the Ordnance Survey Act 1841 ceased on 31.12.1846 and this was only corrected 28 years later, in 1874, could you please let me know what information the OS has to show that maps prepared by the OS during those 28 years were lawfully prepared under the OSA1841?’

Thank you for your e-mail dated 18^th January 2010. I regret to inform you that Ordnance Survey is unable to help you with your enquiry, as we do not hold the information you have requested. We hold no information in relation to the powers of the Ordnance Survey Act ceasing on 31.12.1846 or there being a correction of the Ordnance Survey Act of 1841 in 1874.

Please note that your enquiry has been processed to Freedom of Information guidelines. If you are unhappy with our response, you may raise an appeal to our Appeals Officer at:

Complaints Team

Customer Service Centre

Ordnance Survey

Romsey Road

SOUTHAMPTON

SO16 4GU

Please include the reference number below. The Appeals Officer will ensure that the process has been followed correctly, questioning any decisions taken regarding the original response and recommending disclosure of additional information if appropriate.

Thank you for your enquiry.

Reference number: FOI1025/January 2010