UK Freedom of Information Act
- 4 topics | 10m 59s
- Up to 30 languages
- Transcripts
As an employee of a public authority or a publicly owned company, you need to be ready to act quickly if a member of the public asks for information. This course will provide you with an overview of the UK Freedom of Information Act (FOI Act) and prepare you to react appropriately to requests for information, ensuring that you help your organisation remain compliant in the process. These course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with any federal, state, or local laws. Transmission of the information is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship and is not intended to constitute legal advice or to substitute for obtaining legal advice from an attorney licensed in your state. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. The information contained herein is provided only as general information that may or may not reflect the most current legal developments.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
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identify the consequences of failing to comply with the UK Freedom of Information Act
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identify an example of good practice by public authorities in relation to freedom of information
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recognise what constitutes a valid freedom of information request
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identify how to respond to requests for information under the UK Freedom of Information Act
IN THIS COURSE
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Overview of the UK Freedom of Information Act3m
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Good Practice with Freedom of Information1m
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Components of a Valid Freedom of Information Request3m
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Knowledge Check: Responding to FOI Act Requests1m
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