Freedom Of Information
Individual Requests
Each public authority has a publication
scheme to provide information in an easily accessible form,
so that people can access it without having to make an individual
request. If the information requested is not available through this
publication scheme an individual request can be made.
Anyone, anywhere can make a request for information and will be
entitled to receive it, provided no exemptions apply. The request
can be made by an individual or an organisation and does not have
to be made by someone in Scotland. Authorities are only obliged
to provide recorded information and it does not matter how old the information is.
Requests must be in writing or in another permanent form. Requests
must state the name and address of the applicant and describe what
information is required (an email is sufficient). Authorities may
charge a fee in accordance with fees regulations which are to be
prepared by the Scottish Government. There is no need to cite the
Act, provide proof of identity or explain why information is being
asked for.
Authorities will be obliged to help anyone who proposes to make
a request for information, as set out in a Code of Practice. All
requests should be dealt with promptly and in any case within
20 working days. An authority can ask for more details in order
to identify the information requested. An authority is not obliged
to comply with a request if an exemption applies, the cost of doing
so would exceed the amount set by the Fees Regulations, or the information
is not held by the authority. In any of these instances, it must
notify the applicant. If an applicant is dissatisfied with the way
their request is dealt with, they can ask the authority for a formal
review. If following that review the applicant remains dissatisfied
they may appeal to the Scottish Information Commissioner.
How do I make a request to QMU?
Requests can be made in writing, either by email or to the address below:
Freedom of Information
Queen Margaret University
Queen Margaret University Drive
Musselburgh
EH21 6UU
Queen Margaret University will respond to your request within 20 working days of making your request.
The above email and address can also be used for requests under the Data Protection Act and the Environmental Information (Scotland) Regulations
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