Most FOI requests are responded to free of charge, but authorities can ask for a fee to be paid in some circumstances. There are clear guidelines for charging, however, and we explore two cases where fees were incorrectly requested in our new newsletter: zurl.co/IObgr

👀 Curious about the additional data we're requesting from public bodies? Get a first glimpse in our latest newsletter. More details will be shared with authorities soon, but you can get a sneak peek here 👇 zurl.co/VvZIT

Requests to public bodies for environmental information must be dealt with under the EIRs – and the definition of environmental info is wide. Our new newsletter features some recent cases where public bodies got this important area wrong… 👇 zurl.co/FzQDM

🤖 Wish you had advice to offer people using AI to make FOI requests? We've got you covered. Our latest newsletter announces new guidance designed to help requesters use AI effectively and proportionately. 👇 zurl.co/75hp6

What is Freedom of Information and how can it help you? Watch our British Sign Language video explaining FOI and your right to access information from Scottish public authorities. zurl.co/J1aFm #BSL #FOI #Accessibility

🏆 Want to learn from our Scottish FOI award winners? In our latest newsletter, the Scottish Ambulance Service and Crown Estate Scotland share their top tips and the approaches that helped them succeed at the eCase FOI Awards. 👇 zurl.co/3NC78

📝 Receiving challenging AI-generated requests? Our new AI guidance isn't just for requesters, public bodies can also direct people towards our guidance for better, clearer requests. Find out more 👇 zurl.co/k6XsA

🤖 Using AI for FOI? There’s new guidance live on our website! Designed for the public, it helps ensure AI is used appropriately so are clear and you receive the information you need (not what AI thinks you need!) 👇 zurl.co/RGftk

Everyone should be able to understand their information rights. Our Easy Read guide explains Freedom of Information in a clear and accessible format. Read it here 👉 zurl.co/JPcEd #EasyRead #Accessibility #FOI

People have the right to ask for a review if they’re unhappy with a response to an FOI request – and public bodies must conduct these reviews properly. Our latest newsletter highlights two recent cases where authorities fell short… 👉 zurl.co/sNWe0

🚨 Public bodies: We’re asking for new data as part of our FOI statistics collection – including the number of clarifications requests made. Read more 👇 zurl.co/ujjkR

Can FOI requests about previous FOI requests be refused because they’re ‘vexatious’? We considered this issue in a recent decision. Read our conclusions in this case in our latest newsletter: zurl.co/Fedsv

Our latest newsletter features a landmark case ruling ⚖️ and a well-earned success story that led to the closure of an FOI intervention. Curious who it was? Take a peek 👀 zurl.co/q1C7t

☀️ Summer holidays are approaching… Have you planned FOI cover to ensure deadlines are still met? Our latest newsletter highlights why preparation matters 👇 zurl.co/BQtpH

📝 Receiving challenging AI-generated requests? Our new AI guidance isn't just for requesters, public bodies can also direct people towards our guidance for better, clearer requests. Find out more 👇 zurl.co/x6HB1

It’s a scorcher out there 🔥 and our new newsletter is coming in HOT! Packed with updates and a sneak peek at our most requested guidance ever… spoiler: it’s AI 🤖 Sign up now: tinyurl.com/NewsComingSoon

We’re working hard to protect people’s FOI rights, ensuring that the FOI appeals process is robust, fair and fit for the future. Read more about our work to minimise disruption from high-volume and machine generated FOI appeals here: foi.scot/new-measure-aims-protect-foi-rights-danger-ai-overload

Breaking: Scottish Government found in contempt over FOI practice. Read more at: foi.scot/court-rules-failure-comply-foi-decision-timescale-was-contempt-court

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 👇 tinyurl.com/NewsComingSoon

2026 is already shaping up to be a busy year 🗓️ Our latest newsletter highlights key dates to add to your diary so you can stay up to date with what’s happening in FOI. 👇👇 tinyurl.com/JanNews2026 #FOI #Newsletter #ScottishInformationCommissioner

Concerned that disclosure could cause harm? Evidence is key🗝️ This month’s Decisions & Learning 🎓highlights the need for clear detail when authorities claim harm. Find out more 👉 tinyurl.com/JanNews2026 #Newletter #FOI #Scottishinformationcommissioner

It wouldn’t be an Open Update without our Decisions & Learning section 🎓 This month we highlight a case where who actually held the requested information was up for debate. Read our decision here 👉 tinyurl.com/JanNews2026 #FOI #Newsletter #ScottishInformationCommissioner

Our latest newsletter has updates on some recent FOI interventions - and highlights the benefits an intervention can bring to an organisation. Read more 👉 tinyurl.com/JanNews2026 #newsletter #foi #scottishinformationcommissioner

FOI Fest, a one-day UK-wide FOI conference, takes place on 19 February. For full details and sign-up info, head to our latest newsletter 👇 tinyurl.com/JanNews2026 #FOI #ScottishInformationCommissioner #newsletter #event

Edinburgh hosts the first Scottish eCase FOI Awards 🏆 conference this March. Discover more in our latest newsletter 👀 tinyurl.com/JanNews2026 #FOI #scottishinformationcommissioner #awards #scotland #newsletter

Should FOI apply to private and third sector care providers? 🤔The Scottish Government is calling for views. Our recent newsletter goes into more detail. Find out more and have your say here 👉 tinyurl.com/JanNews2026 #newsletter #foi #scottishinformationcommissioner

Our first Open Update of 2026 has landed ✨ A packed issue covering the Scottish Government’s care sector consultation, several FOI events coming soon, and an update on some recent interventions. Read it here: tinyurl.com/JanNews2026 #newsletter #foi #scotland

Are you signed up to our FOI newsletter? We’ve got a new issue in the works - our first newsletter of 2026! You can sign up by scrolling to the bottom of any page on our website: foi.scot

Today, the Commissioner has issued Decision 315/2025. This considers the same withheld info as Decision 279/2025 and requires the same compliance but with a later compliance date, due to the later issuing of this decision. To read more, visit: www.foi.scot/decision-3152025

The Commissioner has initiated a Level 4 intervention at NHS Fife - a rare step taken to address serious concerns and support improvements in FOI practice. Find out more: tinyurl.com/Level4FOI