Scottish Information Commissioner

Promoting and enforcing freedom of information (FOI) in Scotland. FOI gives people a right to information from Scotland's public bodies.

[Scottish Information Commissioner @FOIScotland]

Breaking: Scottish Government found in contempt over FOI practice.
Read more at: https://t.co/t9C3wuUeix

[Scottish Information Commissioner @FOIScotland]

Have you booked your free spot for the Scottish Public Information Forum (SPIF) hosted by @CFoIScot? Join online or at the Scottish Parliament on 08/06/26 (10:30–12:30). Hear from the Scottish Information Commissioner, Scottish Gov & UK ICO.
Book now 👉 https://t.co/xnzP26Tuxz

[Scottish Information Commissioner @FOIScotland]

Interpreting requests reasonably matters!
Recent decisions remind authorities to take a broad, reasonable view of FOI requests. Interpreting requests too narrowly can mean relevant info is missed – leading to further searches, reviews and appeals.
👉https://t.co/rEZosUOuSM

[Scottish Information Commissioner @FOIScotland]

📢 Update on FOI reform
The FOI Reform Bill did not become law before the Scottish Parliament dissolved. While ‘timed out’ this session, reform isn’t off the table and the Bill could return soon…. Catch up with our summary to stay informed 👇
https://t.co/rEZosUP2Ik

[Scottish Information Commissioner @FOIScotland]

🎉 Spotlight on FOI good practice
This newsletter edition celebrates Scottish winners from the eCase Conference in March – the event’s first-ever visit to Scotland. More insights and learning coming soon, so watch this space 👏
https://t.co/rEZosUP2Ik

[Scottish Information Commissioner @FOIScotland]

⚖️ Harm must be real, not assumed
Recent decisions show that general or perceived harms aren’t enough - we need evidence – authorities must show a direct, likely link between disclosure and harm before withholding information.
👉 https://t.co/rEZosUOuSM

[Lynn Wyeth 🐿️ 💙 @LynnFOI]

12.00pm, Thurs 21st May for ‘To have and to hold', focusing on virtual meetings, messaging apps & how #FOI #FOISA #FOIA applies. Our panel @LynnFOI Joanne West @ICOnews and Paul Mutch @FOIScotland
Register: https://t.co/gxNXm4hcG5

[Scottish Information Commissioner @FOIScotland]

FOI is supported, valued and seen as money well spent by the Scottish public.
Catch up on FOI news, research and developments in our latest update 👇
https://t.co/rEZosUOuSM

[Scottish Information Commissioner @FOIScotland]

📢 New Section 60 Code published
The revised Code supports FOI best practice, with updates on proactive publication, advising & assisting requesters, outsourcing and clarification. Essential reading for Scottish public bodies. Read more ⬇️
https://t.co/rEZosUP2Ik

[Campaign for Freedom of Information in Scotland @CFoIScot]

CFoIS invites you to the Scottish Public Information Forum (SPIF), taking place at the Scottish Parliament and online on the 8th of June at 10:30AM!

Book a free ticket via Eventbrite: https://t.co/QdUDgl0LNL

#freedomofinformation #accesstoinformation #humanrights #scotland #foi

[Scottish Information Commissioner @FOIScotland]

Transparency matters.
✅97% of people say access to information is important
✅Only 6% see FOI as a waste of public money
Read our latest FOI survey findings 👇
https://t.co/rEZosUP2Ik

[Scottish Information Commissioner @FOIScotland]

🏥 The Scottish Government is consulting on extending FOI rights to private and third sector care providers. The Commissioner has backed the move, highlighting the need for greater openness in care services. Read our response 👇
https://t.co/rEZosUP2Ik

[Scottish Information Commissioner @FOIScotland]

📊 FOI awareness in Scotland has reached an all‑time high!
93% of people now know about their right to access information.
Find out what the latest survey tells us 👇
https://t.co/rEZosUP2Ik

[Scottish Information Commissioner @FOIScotland]

Newsletter coming soon! We’ve been busy behind the scenes on lots of projects – including one of our biggest successes since FOI was introduced in 2005. Want to know more? Sign up to our newsletter 👇
https://t.co/FW3L0KDgRD

[Scottish Information Commissioner @FOIScotland]

Only a few more days left to send in your application for our fixed term Freedom of Information Officer vacancies. Do you have skills in problem solving, research and analysis? Are you great at communicating with a range of audiences?
Apply today! 👉 https://t.co/OnHOMuiaPt

[Scottish Information Commissioner @FOIScotland]

We're recruiting! Could you help investigate the freedom of information (FOI) appeals received by the Commissioner? Closing date is noon on 27 March. More info on this fixed term position at https://t.co/OnHOMuiaPt

[Scottish Information Commissioner @FOIScotland]

We’re looking for Freedom of Information officers to join our team on a fixed term contract. If you are looking for a role which combines research, analysis and problem solving we have just the right opportunity for you! Visit: https://t.co/OnHOMuiIF1

[Scottish Information Commissioner @FOIScotland]

Got great research and problem-solving skills? Interested in carrying out investigations and writing recommendations based on your findings? If so, we have just the job for you! We’re looking for an #FOI officer on a fixed term contract.
Visit: https://t.co/OnHOMuiaPt

[Scottish Information Commissioner @FOIScotland]

📣We’re recruiting! Join our team as a Freedom of Information Officer (Policy & Information) and help promote good FOI practice across Scotland. Apply for this fixed term position below 👇
https://t.co/OnHOMuiaPt

[Scottish Information Commissioner @FOIScotland]

Interested in pursuing a career in #FOI? We have a fixed term role as a Freedom of Information Officer where you can make a difference by investigating FOI appeals, responding to requests and drafting legally enforceable decisions. Visit https://t.co/OnHOMuiaPt to find out more.