Save the Freedom of Information Act
Please support this urgent campaign against the Government’s proposed changes to the Freedom of Information Act, which could severely restrict journalists’ ability to obtain information. The Government’s consultation period closes on 8th March. Press Gazette have organised a petition against the changes.
The following article is from the NUJ Active email newsletter:
Time is running out to save Freedom of Information Act
It’s the last chance to get in your protests about Government plans to neuter the Freedom of Information Act. The Act has been successfully used by journalists across all media to uncover information politicians, corporations and others want to keep secret. Plans by the Government to amend the Act will make it easier for public authorities to turn down legitimate requests on the basis of cost. There are also plans to exempt MPs from the requirements of the Act. The NUJ has joined forces with campaigners and industry bodies to oppose the changes. Make sure your voice is heard before the Government consultation closes on 8 March. Sign up to the Press Gazette petition at http://www.pressgazette.co.uk Tell your MP what you think. Go to http://www.writetothem.co.uk For further information and other campaign tools see http://www.cfoi.org.uk Do it today – before it’s too late!
Also see the article on the main NUJ website;