1. The act -- 2. FOI in the media's view -- 3. Accessing other information -- 4. The FOI exemptions -- 5. How to write a successful FOI request -- 6. How to utilise FOI -- 7. Case studies -- 8. Know your rights -- 9. Appeals -- 10. Journalistic considerations -- 11. FOI around t…
"Why do governments pass freedom of information laws? The symbolic power and force surrounding FOI makes it appealing as an electoral promise but hard to disengage from once in power. However, behind closed doors compromises and manoeuvres ensure that bold policies are seriously…
Why do governments pass freedom of information laws? The symbolic power and force surrounding FOI makes it appealing as an electoral promise but hard to disengage from once in power. However, behind closed doors compromises and manoeuvres ensure that bold policies are seriously …
"Why do governments pass freedom of information laws? The symbolic power and force surrounding FOI makes it appealing as an electoral promise but hard to disengage from once in power. However, behind closed doors compromises and manoeuvres ensure that bold policies are seriously…
Information rights: law and practice
This is the fourth edition of what is the leading practitioner's text on freedom of information law. Providing in-depth legal analysis and practical guidance, it offers complete, authoritative coverage for anyone either making, handling or adjudicating upon requests for official…
Providing in-depth legal analysis and practical guidance, this leading text offers complete, authoritative coverage for anyone either making, handling or adjudicating upon requests for official information.