Category Archives: Freedom Of Information Act

Guidelines from ICO on vexatious requests

Posted on May 15, 2013 by mikehenson

The Information Commissioner has today released new guidelines to help deal with vexatious requests. “A manifestly unjustified, inappropriate or improper use of a formal procedure.” Is how Judge Wikeley in the Upper Tribunal responded recently when considering an appeal which … Continue reading →

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Backing Up

Posted on November 21, 2012 by mikehenson

Following our article on the benefits of backing up your data with regard to Freedom of Information requests, we have received several requests on what hardware and software should be used and in particular, is a data stick OK. The … Continue reading →

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Important Help From The ICO

Posted on November 14, 2012 by mikehenson

The ICO has issued new guidelines to help determine if information is held and therefore available on request. It is important that you read this document, the ICO guidelines and then seriously consider implementing the procedures outlined because it will … Continue reading →

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