What does the Freedom of Information Act mean and state? Flashcards
1
Q
The Act means that…
(list 2 points)
A
- public authorities are obliged to publish certain information about their activities.
- members of the public are entitled to request information from public authorities. Public authorities normally have 20 days to respond a request.
2
Q
What does the Legislation state?
everyone has a right…
A
to access official information
3
Q
What does the Legislation state?
a requester of information has…
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no need to give a reason for wanting the information.
4
Q
What does the Legislation state?
all requests for information must…
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be treated equally - regardless of who they are from.
5
Q
What does the Legislation state?
only information that can be…
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released to the world at large qualifies for disclosure.
