Access to Information: Frequently Asked Questions

You have the right to request any recorded information 'held' by the Council. This can include information which is in a published format - such as leaflets or reports; information in standard 'reporting' formats - such as minutes of meetings and supporting papers; information included in letters and memoranda which pass between staff members; information within contracts and other official documents of a similar type, and information on audio tape and in e-mails. It can also include information in documents produced or published by other organisations but held by the Council (an example would be government reports), and council information held by other organisations for the council (private contractors for example). The publication sheme has been developed to aid the delivery of information to the public. You also have the right to request a copy of any information the Council holds about you.