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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

Ms X & the Health Service Executive (the HSE) (FOI Act 2014) The Senior Investigator annulled the decision of the HSE and directed it to undertake a fresh decision-making process in respect of the request. Read more

Ms X & An Bórd Pleanála (the Board) (FOI Act 2014) The Senior Investigator affirmed the decision of the Board. Read more

Mr Mark Tighe, The Sunday Times & the Department of Justice and Equality (FOI Act 2014) The Senior Investigator affirmed the decision of the Department. Read more