Every public authority subject to the Freedom of Information Act 2000 is required to adopt and maintain a publication scheme. A publication scheme is a commitment to routinely and proactively provide information to the public.
Please click here for details of the ICO's proposed new model publication scheme.
Public authorities may develop their own ‘bespoke’ publication schemes, or adopt what is known as a model scheme. Model schemes are available for various sectors and exist where a large number of authorities operate the same or similar functions. You can see a list of existing model schemes and find out more about bespoke schemes.
The ICO is currently working with public authorities to develop new model publication schemes under the umbrella of the Development and Maintenance Initiative (DMI).
One of the key changes to publication schemes for all sectors is the extension of the deadline for reapproval until June – December 2008. This has commenced with immediate effect.
In addition to improving and expanding schemes, the initiative is an opportunity for authorities to collaborate with the ICO to feedback on the effectiveness of schemes.
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