Poster Information Flashcards
What exactly is freedom of information?
The right that all members of the public have to access information held by any Irish public body as set out by the Freedom of Information Act 2014
When was the freedom of information act last edited?
2014
Under the freedom of information act, people have the right to what?
- Access official records held by public bodies or Government Departments
- Update or correct any personal information held on them in the case that such information is misleading, incorrect or not complete.
- Be provided with the reasons behind any decision making by any public body regarding themselves explained clearly
According to the freedom of information act, what do people have access to?
Official records held by public bodies or government departments
According to the freedom of information act, what can people have done to incorrect personal information?
Update or correct any personal information held on them in the case that such information is misleading, incorrect or not complete.
According to the freedom of information act, what must people be provided with?
Be provided with the reasons behind any decision making by any public body regarding themselves explained clearly
Who does the freedom of information act govern?
(4)
- Government departments
- The Health Service Executive
- Local Authorities
- Other statutory agencies which publish information
Who does the freedom of information act work along with?
The Data Protection Act and FOI Act work in conjunction to
reinforce each other (4)
The Information Commissioner’s Office is responsible for reviewing FOI requests on public bodies
Why is the FOI Act needed?
The FOI Act is needed to:
Ensure private data collected is correct
Ensure public are informed on how and why their information is being used by a public body
Maintain the privacy and confidentiality concerning someone’s private information
Ensure private information is stored in a secure manner
Comment on the information comissioners office
(3)
The information commisioners office carries out reviews of decisions taken by public bodies on FOI requests
A decision on the request should be issued within the most favourable time-scale
Sdly there has been an unacceptably high level of failure by public bodies to responded in time to requests
What is the data protection act 2018?
The Irish legislation that gives effect to certain aspects of the EUs GDPR in ireland
What is the difference between the DP act 2018 and the FOI act 2014?
(3)
While both drive the maintenance of privacy and confidentiality of individuals:
FOI applies to public sectors only and is a citizens right
The DP applies to all sectors and is a human right
How do you make a FOI request
Make your request in writing or via email to the FOI unit of the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht
What should you include in a FOI requests?
Mention what format you want the information in
Include a daytime telephone number
Email address
Postal address
