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Freedom of Information (FOI)

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What you need to know about Freedom of Information (FOI) at the Department of Health.

How to make a request for information

Details about how to make a request for information from the Department of Health and where you should look for information before submitting a request.

Publication scheme and obtaining departmental documents

Details about what information the department publishes and how it is made available.

FOI releases

Recent releases of information arising from Freedom of Information requests.

FOI complaints process

If you are dissatisfied with the outcome of your request for information you can follow our independent internal complaints process.

Our performance in responding to FOI requests

The Department of Health strives to meet our legal responsibilities in responding to FOI requests. We routinely publish our performance in responding to initial requests and completing internal reviews.

Department of Health Information Charter

This Charter is for anyone who has dealings with the Department of Health whether through correspondence, involvement in consultations or collaborative policy development or if for any other reason we hold personal information about you.

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