Service Description: The Freedom of Information Act gives a right of access to any information held by the council. This service facilitates the flow of information and monitors the requests to ensure they are dealt with promptly.
Also known as:- FOIA, Public Information, Publication Scheme, Request for Official Guides
Answer: A request must be made in writing (email or letter) or a form is available on the web-site www.iwight.com/foia. The Council Call Centre Operators will happily fill out an online form for you, please call 821000. The information will be provided promptly, at least within 20 working days. Most information is available free of charge, however, if there is a charge for the information we will notify you at the earliest opportunity – you then have three months to respond with payment before the request becomes void. If we are unable to provide the information, due to an exemption applying, we will notify of the reason behind the decision. - Related Link