Freedom of Information - Scottish Information Commissioner
The Scottish Information Commissioner, Kevin Dunnion, is, an entirely independent public official, appointed by the Queen following nomination by the Scottish Parliament.
The Commissioner has two main responsibilities. Firstly to make sure that people are aware of their right to access information under the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act and secondly to enforce this right, allowing people access the information they are entitled to.
Anyone who believes they have not received information to which they are entitled can appeal to the Commissioner.
If you are dissatisfied with our response to a request for information, you are entitled to ask us to review our decision. If you are still dissatisfied after the decision has been reviewed by us you can then, and only then, make an "application for determination" by the Scottish Information Commissioner. The Commissioner will then investigate the decision and determine whether you should receive the information requested in full or in part. If the Commissioner's decision is not complied with, then he has the power to take action in court.
You can also visit The Scottish Information Commissioner (this link will open in a new window)website for further information.
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