The Freedom of Information Act came into force in January 2005.
This section contains a wide range of information about the FOI Act and the ways in which the Act covers the BBC. Use the links below to find out more.
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Glossary
Find out the meaning of some of the terms used in the Act. -
Complaints
How to make a complaint to the BBC about our response to a request for information. Exemptions Exemptions Learn when the BBC is entitled to withhold information under the Act. -
Exemptions
Learn when the BBC is entitled to withhold information under the Act. -
Charges
Find out about fees that might occur when making a request.