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Shropshire Council – Order (United Kingdom, 2023)
Privacy enforcement record
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Shropshire Council received an enforcement notice for mishandling requests for information. The Information Commissioner's Office found that the council did not properly manage these requests under the Freedom of Information Act. This is important because it emphasizes the need for transparency in local government.
What happened
Shropshire Council was ordered to improve its handling of Freedom of Information requests.
Who was affected
Individuals and organizations that made information requests to Shropshire Council were affected by the poor handling.
What the authority found
The Information Commissioner's Office determined that Shropshire Council's handling of information requests was inadequate.
Why this matters
This order serves as a reminder for councils to prioritize proper management of information requests. It sets a precedent for accountability in local government operations.
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The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has issued an enforcement notice to Shropshire Council for its poor handling of requests made under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) 2000.
Outcome
Order
A binding order requiring the controller to take specific action.
Related Enforcement Actions (0)
No other enforcement actions found for Shropshire Council in UK
This is the only recorded action for this entity in this jurisdiction.
Details
Order Date
9 May 2023
Authority
Information Commissioner's Office
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Shropshire Council - United Kingdom (2023). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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