Freedom of Information Amendment (Reform) Act 2010

The Freedom of Information Amendment (Reform) Act 2010 is an Australian act that aims to give the public greater access to information held by government agencies. The Act updates the existing Freedom of Information Act 1982 and introduces new provisions to improve transparency and accountability in government.

Key features of the Act include:

• The introduction of a publication scheme for government agencies, which requires them to publish certain information on their websites.
• New exemptions and exclusions for sensitive information, such as personal or confidential data.
• Enhanced guidelines for agencies on how to implement the new provisions.
• Increased transparency in the decision-making process through the publication of cabinet notebooks.

The Act also includes various provisions to improve the operation of the Freedom of Information system, such as:

• A review process to ensure that agencies are complying with their obligations under the Act.
• Guidelines for agencies on how to handle requests for access to information.
• Enhanced protections for sensitive information, such as personal or confidential data.

The Freedom of Information Amendment (Reform) Act 2010 aims to promote greater transparency and accountability in government by providing the public with easier access to information held by government agencies.