‘Unacceptable’ delays in FoI decisions

The Information Commissioner has revealed his office is carrying out an investigation into some public bodies’ compliance with Freedom of Information (FoI) request deadlines, amid concerns over “unacceptable” delays.

‘Unacceptable’ delays in FoI decisions
Thu, 11 Jul, 2019 - 07:00
Joe Leogue

The Information Commissioner has revealed his office is carrying out an investigation into some public bodies’ compliance with Freedom of Information (FoI) request deadlines, amid concerns over “unacceptable” delays.

Peter Tyndall announced the investigation at the launch of his office’s 2018 annual report.

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