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Useful links
Ministry of Justice (MoJ)
- MoJ Freedom of Information
The Freedom of Information Act 2000 came into force in January 2005 and gives any person the legal right to ask for, and be given any information which is held by a public authority. - MoJ Data Protection
Guidance for professionals and practitioners on application of the Data Protection Act 1998.
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
- Environmental Information Regulations 2004
The EIRs came into force on 1 January 2005 to coincide with the Freedom of Information Act. They clarify and extend previous rights to environmental information.
Other useful links
- Information Commissioner's Office
The Information Commissioner's Office is the UK's independent authority set up to promote access to official information and to protect personal information - Scottish Information Commissioners Office
Kevin Dunion, the Scottish Information Commissioner, is a public official appointed by Her Majesty The Queen on the nomination of the Scottish Parliament. He is responsible for enforcing and promoting Scotland's freedom of information laws.
