Campaign for Freedom of Information in Scotland
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Since 1984 CFoIS has campaigned for a robust legal right to access information so people can find out how they are governed and how 'public' services operate.
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Joined November 2019
Remember, FOI can’t conjure responses out of thin air - it gives access to recorded information, not unrecorded opinions, views, or festive guesses!
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Good record keeping is essential for good FOI - and keeping track of your requests will help FOI run more smoothly for everone! #FOIHits&Tips'mas
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Pictured @ House of Nobility, Dr David Goldberg from CFoIS took part in an event to celebrate Helena Jaderblom, President of Sweden’s Supreme Administrative Court. Helena has supported & inspired CFoIS since 2001 -during the drafting of FoI law & beyond. Happy retirement Helena!
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It's time to celebrate FOI good practice! 🎉 Whether you could be a Team, Practitioner or Performer of the Year - or work with an FOI Rising Star - get your nominations for the #eCaseFOIAwards in now! But be quick - the deadline is 2 January! ⏱️ https://t.co/jgzkJEuFSO
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On Human Rights Day 2025, CFoIS looks at Freedom of Information as an Essential Everyday right. #HumanRightsDay #HRD25 #FoISAReform25 #freedomofinformation #accesstoinformation #humanrights
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Human rights matter most when they are hardest to defend. This Human Rights Day, we’re part of 180+ organisations calling out recent rhetoric from the government and demand better from the PM. We want leadership that strengthens rights. #HumanRightsDay #HRD25 @BIHRhumanrights
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The Scottish Government has launched 6 key drivers for its Equality & Human Rights Mainstreaming Strategy - no 2 is developing transparency & accountability to build trust. FoI rights and duties are central to human rights delivery. @HRCScotland
equalityhumanrightstoolkit.gov.scot
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'Stakeknife' spy inside IRA committed 'worst possible' crimes and should be named, says report | UK News | Sky News - Head of Kenova Sir Iain Livingstone said "it is in the public interest that Stakeknife is named.”
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The final report of a seven-year investigation, named Operation Kenova, suggests there is a case to reveal the identity of the man who operated as a mole inside the republican group.
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Today, on International Human Rights Defenders Day, CFoIS stands with other human rights defenders who fulfil duties and promote FoI rights in Scotland. #FoISAReform25 #freedomofinformation #accesstoinformation #humanrights #humanrightsdefendersday @FOIScotland
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The third organisation we are taking a look at as part of our celebration of International Human Rights Defenders Day is @ChrScotland! #FoISAReform25 #freedomofinformation #accesstoinformation #humanrights #humanrightsdefendersday
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Our new newsletter is out now! 📰 Featuring info on an exciting new event for FOI practitioners in March 2026 - and the best news? It's free! Find out more at: https://t.co/XHo4OJ7CKq
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The second organisation we are taking a look at as part of our celebration of International Human Rights Defenders Day is @fragdenstaat! #FoISAReform25 #freedomofinformation #accesstoinformation #humanrights #humanrightsdefendersday
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The first organisation we are taking a look at as part of our celebration of International Human Rights Defenders Day is @SiecObywatelska! #FoISAReform25 #freedomofinformation #accesstoinformation #humanrights #humanrightsdefendersday
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In honour of International Human Rights Defenders Day today, CFoIS takes a look at organisations and individuals who have fought for the right to ask. Look out for our upcoming posts! #FoISAReform25 #freedomofinformation #accesstoinformation #humanrights #humanrightsdefendersday
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Our next newsletter is coming soon, with info on forthcoming events, latest developments and recent learning from the world of FOI. Sign up and get it straight to your inbox at https://t.co/c9vVjLFBpz
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Every present has a budget. Under FOI, requests can be refused if they'd cost more than £600 to respond to - so try and word requests in a way that's mindful of the impact on the public body! For more tips on how to write requests, visit: https://t.co/2Jw1fbSfFm
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First Amendment Watch has launched the SLAPP Back Initiative, a database to track all alleged SLAPPs in the US. The data will be used for antiSLAPP policy reform. @CJR @NUJScotland @JustinBBarthet @FPCThinkTank
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As Donald Trump tests the limits of anti-press litigation, a new initiative aims to document the wave of nuisance suits.
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We have checked off the list and confirm that there are 108 submissions published on the website! The submissions provide a rich source of information and are accessible at https://t.co/LYlTCKnfuV
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Any plans for the New Year? Why not come and join our team?! 🔗 Our Business Support Team is looking for a new Administrative Officer - could it be you? 👀 More details below 👇👇
.@FOIScotland are looking for a new Business Support Administrative Officer (Finance, Procurement & Payroll) 💰£31,514 – £34,066 🕓Full time 📍Hybrid: St Andrews, Fife To find out more, visit: https://t.co/bXObbgZMuO
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Read the published responses to the SPPA Committee's consultation on the Bill here:
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