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FAQs for agencies

This section provides answers to frequently asked questions about the application of the Freedom of Information Act 1982, for government agencies.

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Can a request be transferred to or by a minister?

Does a Freedom of Information decision need to state why information has been deleted from documents released to the applicant?

Are agencies obliged to give applicants information in the form they request?

What is personal information and how does it interact with the Freedom of Information Act?

Do documents have to be released at the same time a decision is notified?

How do administrative access schemes interact with the proactive disclosure requirements?

How far should an agency search for a document?

How long does an agency have to process an Freedom of Information request?

Is the decision to publish information in the disclosure log or the Information Publication Scheme a decision that the Information Commissioner can review?

Should a person seek internal review before applying for review by the Information Commissioner?

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