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Freedom of Information

Asked by Neil O'BrienConservativeCabinet OfficeTabled Answered 14 April 2026UIN 122783

The question

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, whether the Government plans to change the law or guidance around Freedom of Information requests.

Answered by Chris Ward

The Government is committed to Freedom of Information (“FOI”) and continues to monitor the performance and implementation of the FOI Act to ensure it is operating as intended by Parliament.

Any changes to FOI legislation will be subject to Parliamentary scrutiny.

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