This page provides links to other websites and services that may be helpful in dealing with freedom of information requests. The links below go to external websites, and will open up in new browser windows.
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Legislation
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Freedom of Information Act 2000
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The Freedom of Information and Data Protection (Appropriate Limit and Fees) Regulations 2004
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The Information Tribunal (Enforcement Appeals) Rules 2005
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Data Protection Act 1998
Other useful sites
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Information Commissioner's Office
The Information Commissioner is the independent authority responsible for administering and enforcing the Freedom of Information Act. -
Information Tribunal
Formerly known as the Data Protection Tribunal, the Information Tribunal hears appeals from notices issued by the Information Commissioner. -
Defra
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has responsibility for the Environmental Information Regulations which make specific provision for access to environmental information. -
The National Archives
The National Archives produces policy and guidance on records management, and on public records held in archives offices, to enable public authorities to meet their obligations under the Act. -
Scottish Information Commissioner
The Scottish Information Commissioner is responsible for the promotion and enforcement of the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002. -
Directgov
Produced by the Central Office of Information, Directgov provides information from across UK government departments, bringing together the widest range of public service information and services online.

