Freedom of Information (FOI)

The Freedom of Information Act 2000 gives a public right of access to information held by public bodies

Here is how to make a freedom of information request.

Environmental information Regulations 2004 (E.I.R) give the public a right of access to information held by public bodies

FOI requests showing the information requests received and the percentage of those answered within 20 working days

The publications scheme lists some of the information assets held by the council that are available to the public.

The National Archives, UK Government Licensing Framework, Open Government Licence.

If you are not happy with the response to your Freedom of Information request, you have the right to ask for an internal review.

Here are the charges we will make for providing information under the legislation. They reflect current statutory requirements and guidance.

We make vast amounts of information about our services publicly available. This will enable you to play a bigger role in society and help shape local services.