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ICO updates guidance on dealing with vexatious FOI requests following Tribunal criticism

Public bodies should consider whether freedom of information (FOI) requests are "likely to cause a disproportionate or unjustified level of disruption, irritation or distress" when determining whether those requests are vexatious or not, the Information Commissioner's... 16 May 2013

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Tribunal sets out new guidance on determining whether FOI requests are 'vexatious'

Whether a freedom of information (FOI) request is 'vexatious' or not will depend on the burden of meeting the request; the motive of requesters; the value or serious purpose of requests, and any harassment or distress caused, an Information Rights Tribunal... 13 Feb 2013

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Universities given new guidance from ICO on what should be disclosed under model publication scheme

The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has outlined the kind of information it expects universities and other higher education institutions (HEIs) to proactively disclose in accordance with UK freedom of information (FOI) legislation. 18 Jan 2013

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Collective redundancy consultation period will be cut to 45 days, Government announces

The minimum consultation period that must take place before a company can make large-scale redundancies will be cut to 45 days from next year, the Government has announced. 18 Dec 2012

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