Freedom of Information Act 2000

The Freedom of Information Act 2000 provides everyone with a right of access to information held by public authorities or those providing services to public authorities.   The Government terms this the ‘right to know’.  The Act applies regardless of when the information was created or how long it has been held.

Our Freedom of Information Guide and Publication Scheme will be available shortly.

Environmental Information Regulations 2004

The Environmental Information Regulations 2004 provide everyone with a right of access to environmental information held by public authorities and those bodies carrying out a public function, such as utility companies.  The Regulations 'right to know’ applies regardless of when the information was created or how long it has been held.

Our Environmental Information Regulations Guide will be available shortly.

Data Protection Act 1998

The Data Protection Act 1998 regulates the processing of information about living, identifiable individuals, including the obtaining, use or disclosure of such information.

Our Data Protection Frequently Asked Questions and a copy of our Register Entry will be available shortly.

Further Information
If you need any further information about these Acts or Regulations or if you need advice or assistance with your information request, please contact the Information and Corporate Communications Manager on 01392 872173 or email freedomofinformation@dsfire.gov.uk.

You can also access more information on the Information Commissioner's website www.ico.gov.uk.