Freedom of Information Act Publication Scheme

What is the Freedom of Information Act?

The Freedom of Information Act gives a general right of access to almost all types of recorded information held by public authorities (subject to the application of certain exemptions contained within the Act). The Act also requires public authorities to establish a Publication Scheme, to specify the classes of information they already publish or intend to publish. Our intention is to publish as much information as possible on subjects where there is known to be public interest. However, exemptions under the Freedom of Information Act may prevent some information from being released.

What information can be requested?

The Freedom of Information Act gives rights of access to any kind of information subject to a number of exemptions.

Cumbria Safety Cameras is also required to maintain a publication scheme, details of which can be found via the link at the bottom of the page.

ACPO National Manual of Guidance

When responding to FOI requests Cumbria Safety Cameras follows the processes and guidelines laid out in the ACPO National Manual of Guidance. This manual provides information relating to your rights under the Act, with an explanation of the exemptions within the Act that may be used in certain cases.

Charging

At present Cumbria Safety Cameras will not charge for information available through its Publication Scheme.

A charge may be payable for information not held on the Scheme.

In either case, we are under no obligation to provide multiple copies, and a charge may be payable in this case.

We would let you know any relevant charge at the time of your request and this would be payable in advance.

Cumbria Safety Cameras Freedom of Information Act Publication Scheme