Freedom of Information Guidance

Information on compliance with the Freedom of Information Act 2000 at Queen Mary, University of London

The Freedom of Information Act came fully in to force on 1 January 2005.

Members of the public have a general right of access to any recorded information held by the College, subject to certain conditions and exemptions. In other words, people have a 'right to know'.

Below are links to advice for members of the College on the operation of the Act and the steps necessary to ensure compliance.

1. Introduction to the Freedom of Information Act 2000

2. Queen Mary's Publication Scheme

3. Dealing with requests for information under the Act: brief overview

4. Dealing with requests for information under the Act: more detailed guidance

5. Information exempt from disclosure

6. Complaints and Enforcement

7. Records Management

For further information and advice please email foi-enquiries@qmul.ac.uk