Course Content
FOI Key concepts
Key concepts and definitions and understanding what information is in scope of the legislation. Differences between Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 and Environmental Information (Scotland) Regulations 2004. Providing advice and assistance.
Rights of review and appeal
Internal review process and appeals to the Scottish Information Commissioner.
Handling requests
Validity of requests. Tracking, monitoring and managing the process. Providing advice and assistance. Timescales, cost limits and fees. The information search. Content of responses. Internal review processes.
Exemptions and exceptions
Overview of key exemptions and exceptions and how to apply them.