We campaign to improve and defend freedom of information in support of a more vibrant and open democracy. Also on Mastodon @CampaignFoI@campaign.openworlds.info
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Campaign for Freedom of Information retweeted
Public interest journalism secures Transparency win as NHS Fife forced 2 release info it tried 2 keep secret. FoI law only powerful due to independent, robust enforcement and this case shows some public bodies still can’t get the legal basics right due to its culture & practice.
NHS Fife revelations ‘highly relevant’ to future Sandie Peggie case ift.tt/PJxtuUh
Campaign for Freedom of Information retweeted
Decision affirms the Commissioner correctly understood his role 2 decide if Ministers’ were entitled 2 withhold info & now requires him 2 reconsider the requests given the 2022’Murray’ decision. Suggests a more expansive approach 2 appeal process which necessitates more funding.
The Commissioner welcomes the clarification offered by today’s Court of Session opinion. Read the Commissioner’s full statement here: foi.scot/commissioner-welcom…
Campaign for Freedom of Information retweeted
Good news, and a step in the right direction towards FOI covering the full range of organisations which deliver public services
ALT The government will extend the Freedom of Information Act 2000 to cover tenant management organisations in England from April 2027.
Campaign for Freedom of Information retweeted
Watching the watchers: How the police are tracking who is asking them for information.
Police forces are referring requests made about MPs and royals to a special screening unit at the NPCC, sharing who is making the request.
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Campaign for Freedom of Information retweeted
CFoIS writes for SLN on why it’s important to promote the right to know @NUJScotland @unisonscot
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Campaign for Freedom of Information retweeted
Today is International Right to Know Day, the day on which I traditionally remind everyone that if you want to learn how to use your FOI rights more effectively, then you should buy this excellent book
ALT Freedom of Information: A practical guidebook
Campaign for Freedom of Information retweeted
Thinking about using AI to help draft an FOI request? It can improve clarity and structure, but it's important to keep requests focused on the information you actually want. Read our guidance: 👉 zurl.co/GAhNu #RightToKnowDay
Campaign for Freedom of Information retweeted
Today is #InternationalRightToKnowDay, celebrating the public’s right to access information. This is at the heart of the Commissioner’s work, so we’ll be sharing resources, insights and fun facts throughout the day. Follow along and help spread the word.
ALT #InternationalRightToKnowDay Celebrating your right to know www.foi.scot
📣Fresh FOI figures highlight jump in drone incidents near UK military bases.
The UK Ministry of Defence recorded close to 340 such incidents in the first eight months of 2026, surpassing the 250 recorded in 2025 and more than double the 126 in 2024.
independent.co.uk/news/uk/ho…
Campaign for Freedom of Information retweeted
Robust FoI legislation enables the public 2 separate fact from fiction - if something doesn’t sound or read right, they can make an information request & enforce the right thru regulators. FoI reform must be core 2 Govt strategy @KatySClark @jamiehepburn
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Campaign for Freedom of Information retweeted
Opportunity for UK FoI practitioners to give their views to @eCase4gov survey ‘The State of FoI26’ @UnisonDave @UNISONScotLGvt @unisonscot @UkNatArchives @NatRecordsScot @CWUnews @NUJScotland @NUJ_EFB
@eCase4gov is surveying UK FoI practitioners to discover what is ‘The State of FOI 2026'. Gr8 idea so please take the short survey. CFoIS benefits 2 as eCase is donating £10 for each completed response, split equally with us & the English Campaign for FoI. form.typeform.com/to/fKCrqa3…
⚖️ Final Reminder: Calling all senior FOI practitioners!
There is still time to sign up to our next advanced case law update course for experienced practitioners.
When: Wednesday 23rd September 2026 at 09:45 am
Where: Online via Zoom
Book here ⬇️
cfoi.org.uk/2026/02/informat…
Campaign for Freedom of Information retweeted
@eCase4gov is surveying UK FoI practitioners to discover what is ‘The State of FOI 2026'. Gr8 idea so please take the short survey. CFoIS benefits 2 as eCase is donating £10 for each completed response, split equally with us & the English Campaign for FoI. form.typeform.com/to/fKCrqa3…
Campaign for Freedom of Information retweeted
From 30 September the Information Commissioner's Office will become the Information Commission
ALT The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (Commencement No. 9 and Transitional and Saving Provisions) Regulations 2026 Made - - - - 10th September 2026 The Secretary of State makes these Regulations in exercise of the powers conferred by sections 142(1) and 143(1) of the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025(a). Citation 1. These Regulations may be cited as the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (Commencement No. 9 and Transitional and Saving Provisions) Regulations 2026. Provisions coming into force on 30th September 2026 2. The following provisions of the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 come into force on 30th September 2026— (a) section 117(4)(a) (the Information Commission: omission of section 205(2)(l) of the Data Protection Act 2018); (b) section 118 (abolition of the office of Information Commissioner); (c) section 119 (transfer of functions to the Information Commission).
⚖️ Reminder: Advanced training course for senior FOI practitioners! ⚖️
When : Wednesday 23rd September 2026 at 09.45
Where : Online
Who : All those navigating complex requests, appeals and decisions
Please see the link below for full booking details:
cfoi.org.uk/2026/02/informat…
⚖️ Advanced training course for senior FOI practitioners! ⚖️
Join CFOI on Wednesday 23rd September at 09.45am for an expert led session, designed specifically for those navigating complex FOI requests, appeals, and decisions.
Book here ⬇️
cfoi.org.uk/2026/02/informat…
Campaign for Freedom of Information retweeted
For the first time, the Commissioner is seeking leave to appeal on a fundamental principle of law to the Supreme Court to challenge a Court of Session’s ruling of 26 March 2026.
To read more, visit zurl.co/9XsEP
ALT External view of the Supreme Court.
Campaign for Freedom of Information retweeted
CFoIS welcomes the pro-active publication of information. If the FoI Reform Bill is passed by MSPs, there will be an enforceable duty to proactively publish information so the public can make an informed view on how public money is spent on public services bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ceqe…
Campaign for Freedom of Information retweeted
Reflecting on a recent decision, Commissioner David Hamilton finds that NHS Tayside's fell 'significantly short' in its handling of an FOI request about an investigation into its former head of neurosurgery.
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ALT Latest Decision from the Scottish Information Commissioner - 200/2026 Tayside Health Board
Campaign for Freedom of Information retweeted
A reminder you can listen to my podcast interview with Ibrahim Hasan of @ActNowTraining - we discussed how journalists use FOI, tactics for requesting, how the law should be improved, fighting tribunal cases, and some of my favourite stories ...
actnowtraining.blog/2026/05/…
