Freedom of Information

The Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002

	The Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 (the Act) was passed by the Scottish Parliament on 24 April 2002 and received Royal Assent on 28 May 2002.
	It will come fully into force on 1 January 2005 and will introduce a general right of access to information held by public authorities.
	Subject to certain conditions and exemptions, any person who makes a request in writing (or some other permanent form) to a public authority will be entitled to receive it.
	The Act will be promoted and enforced by a fully independent Scottish Information Commissioner.

To make a request for information or for further details contact Miles Watters Chief Executive’s Office, HQ. 01463 702029.