Freedom of Information: Frequently Asked Questions
What provision is made for providing information in other
formats (for example, as large print, audio or Braille for
people with visual disabilities and languages other than
English)?
The Council is commited to its Equality and Diversity Policy
and will endeavour to make information available in whatever
format best suits the applicant. Any document which has been
produced electronically and which exists as an electronic
record can be converted to a larger print format. We can
provide the information in braille or on audio tape. We can
arrange for information to be translated into the requested
language.
- When did the legislation come
into force?
- What sort of information is
covered by the Act?
- Data Protection requests have to
be made on a form and there is a charge. Will there be a similar form
for Freedom of Information requests? Will there be a charge?
- What about requests made face to
face with staff in contact points? Do these need to be in writing?
- What provision is made for
providing information in other formats (for example, as large print,
audio or Braille for people with visual disabilities and languages
other than English)?