How safe is FOI?
FOIMan reviews the state of FOI in the UK at the end of the last party conference season before the 2015 General Election. It seems like only yesterday that I coined the hashtag #saveFOI when, …
What makes FOI effective? FOI Officers do
FOIMan tells civil servants that FOI practitioners deserve credit for FOI’s success over the last ten years. Earlier today I was pleased to speak at an event organised by the UK National Archives in Kew, …
BCS you’re worth it… (sorry)
FOIMan reflects on going from student to master in a very short period. As regular readers will know, this year has seen a big change in my career. Up until last Christmas I was an …
The Exemption Index: Section 42 – the exemption for legal professional privilege
FOIMan examines the exemption protecting legal advice. Summary If you’re being sued, you will no doubt want to seek legal advice. Even if you’re not, but you want to make sure your activities are compliant …
FOIMan News to 11 August 2014
FOIMan highlights the latest news stories around freedom of information and information rights. Requesters can specify file format says Court of Appeal Section 11 of FOI requires public authorities to make information available in a form …
Upcoming event
FOIMan to chair FOI and information rights event for Understanding Modern Government. In September I will be chairing a one-day event for Understanding Modern Government. Speaking at Understanding Freedom of Information Requests and Rights will …