🤲 Freedom of information act
Purpose#
- Was introduced to give the public the right to access any information recorded by public sector organisations
These organisations include#
- Schools
- Councils
- Government departments
- Health trusts and hospitals
- Library's
- Museums
- Anyone is able to request information regardless of how old they are, where they live or their nationality
What does the act do?#
The act allows anyone to find out what data an organisation has about them or a public body.
How can the public gain access to the information?#
The act allows anyone to find out what data an organisation has about them or a public body.
What are the processes involved?#
Writing to the organisation asking for your information. With also a cost - Depending on the organisation.