A reminder to Mr Blair: we have a right to know what you are doing
Article Abstract:
The UK government's decision to postpone the implementation of the Freedom of Information Act for almost four years is discussed. This decision clearly goes against the spirit of the commitments that the Labour party has made.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 2001
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Will Jack Straw go all the way for true freedom of information?
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The UK government's Freedom of Information Bill, which is being presented on May 24, 1999, will have been very thoroughly prepared by Home Secretary Jack Straw. It will play a significant role in bringing about a culture change in many public services, and should also bring ordinary people more rights to see their own files. However, this legislation is also likely to attract controversy, especially in relation to the police and to policy advice to ministers. Straw will have to defend the Bill against those who feel that in the interests of good government he could be even less restrictive.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1999
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Tony Blair and Jack Straw are not being entirely open with us
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The UK government's Freedom of Information Bill is a misguided piece of legislation which had the potential to be much better. It represents a significant retreat from a very liberal White Paper, and overturns the presumption for openness that was contained in the Labour party's programme during its time in opposition. Indeed, it goes against the views expressed by Prime Minister Tony Blair when supporting a Freedom of Information Bill in 1996.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1999
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