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The Information Commissioner's Office carries out independent reviews of decisions taken by public bodies on Freedom of Information requests.

Guidance Notes How we interpret and apply the Freedom of Information Act.

Recent Decisions

Mr. R and TUSLA: Child and Family Agency The Senior Investigator affirmed the decision of TUSLA. Read more

Ms. Y and the Health Service Executive (the HSE) The Senior Investigator annulled the decision of the HSE and directed it to undertake a fresh decision-making process on the request. Read more

Mr X and the Health Service Executive (the HSE) The Senior Investigator affirmed the decision of the HSE. He found that it was justified in refusing access to the information at issue under section 37(1) on the ground that release of the information would involve the disclosure of personal information relating to third parties. Read more